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Piquepoul Blanc
Piquepoul Blanc is an ancient Mediterranean white grape variety, with mouthwateringly acidity
Colour, Aromas and Taste Profile
Piquepoul Blanc (also known as Picpoul) produces light-bodied wines with a pale yellow colouring and green hues. Aromas of citrus, white flowers and herbs are usual, with some notes of green apple, pear and fennel. The taste profile is fruity and acidic, with a crisp finish.
Regional Features & Food Pairings
Piquepoul Blanc originated in the area around Pinet in Languedoc, France. It is grown throughout the Mediterranean, with much of the production coming from France and Spain. Piquepoul Blanc is a vigorous grape variety, and requires careful pruning and canopy management to avoid over-cropping and to ensure good quality wines. It is generally fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged on its lees. In France, Piquepoul Blanc is grown in the Languedoc-Roussillon region, where it is used to make fresh and lively wines with a high acidity. In the south of France, the grape is blended with Grenache Blanc and Clairette to create a crisp and aromatic white wine. In Italy, the grape is used to produce light and aromatic white wines. In Spain, the grape is used to create refreshing and light wines, with some grapefruit and herbal notes.. Piquepoul Blanc is best served chilled, and pairs well with fresh oyster, seafood, light salads and poultry dishes.
Foods to pair with Piquepoul Blanc:
Fish
Light meat
Salad
Fun Fact about Piquepoul Blanc
The name Picpoul means 'stings on the lips' in French, which is referring to the mouthwatering acidity the grape has.
Top Wines with Piquepoul Blanc
Las Jaras Wines Superbloom Cuvée Zero Zero
Las Jaras Wines
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Read more Food Pairing:
Pizza
Bruschetta And Crostini
Seafood
Château de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
Château de Nalys
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Read more Food Pairing:
Fish
Salad
Vegetable
Cheese
Fruit
Chicken
Seafood
Domaine de Saint Siffrein Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
Domaine de Saint Siffrein
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Read more Food Pairing:
Fish
Salad
Vegetable
Cheese
Fruit
Chicken
Tardieu-Laurent Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Blanc
Tardieu-Laurent
Tardieu-Laurent Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Blanc is a premium white wine produced by Tardieu-Laurent, a renowned winery in the Rhône Valley. This wine comes from the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, which is known for its exceptional terroir and old vines. The vineyard features a mix of soil types, including sand, clay, and limestone, the vines are ca. 50 years old, which contribute to the wine's complexity and depth. The wine is fermentated in barrels and spent several months in barriques, which adds richness and texture to the wine. The style of this wine is elegant and refined, complex and unfolding beautifully in the glass.
Read more Food Pairing:
Chicken
Seafood
Pork
Salad
Salmon
Shellfish
Croquette
Ham And Bacon
Risotto