Domaine Labranche Laffont
Domaine Labranche Laffont Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh Sec
White wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.0
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Domaine Labranche Laffont Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh Sec is a white wine produced by the renowned winery Domaine Labranche Laffont in the Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh appellation of Southwest France. The vineyards are located on steep slopes with clay and limestone soils, which impart a unique minerality to the wine. The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully selected to ensure only the best fruit is used. The winemaking process involves a combination of stainless steel and oak barrel fermentation, resulting in a wine with a complex and layered flavor profile. The wine is dry and crisp with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a hint of honey. It is a perfect pairing for seafood, poultry, and creamy cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Domaine Labranche Laffont Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh Sec is a delightful white wine.It has a floral nose with notes of jasmine, honey and almonds, as well as a hint of citrus. On the palate, it is fresh and light with a crisp acidity and a pleasing minerality. The finish is crisp and clean, with a lingering hint of citrus. Overall, this is an excellent white wine for summer sipping, with a complexity that will keep you coming back for more.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2045
Profile
Sweetness:
Semi-sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Petit Manseng
Gros Manseng
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine Labranche Laffont
Region: South West France
The South West region of France is an important wine zone, encompassing the administrative regions of Aquitaine, Limousin and Midi-Pyrénées, but excluding Bordeaux. It has a long and varied history, from its days as a British trading partner to its current struggle to gain recognition for its diverse wines.
South West France has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region has been producing wine since the Roman era, and it has been an important part of the local culture ever since. In the Middle Ages, the region was known for its fortified wines, and it was a major producer of sweet wines during the Renaissance. Today, South West France is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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