GRANDE CUVEE (0,50L)
AOP Muscat de Saint-Jean-de-Minervois, Vin Doux Naturel
CURRENT VINTAGE: 2019
Recently renamed, this is the wine that made Domaine de Montahuc famous. Only available in 50 cl, it is a wine to be savoured. Representative of its unique terroir, each sip will take you on a journey to the heart of a lunar vineyard, that of Saint-Jean-de-Minervois. Expect a complex aromatic palette and great finesse both on the nose and in the mouth.
AWARDS
Contest of the Best Muscats of the World 2007 - Domaine de Montahuc 2005 - Gold Medal
Contest of the Best Muscats of the World 2006 - Domaine de Montahuc 2004 - Gold Medal
ORGANIC WINE
Ecocert certification. Forerunner in the region, the winery has been making organic wines since 1990.
GRADE VARIETY
100% Muscat petits grains
TERROIR
Our vines are located on a very stony, lacustrine limestone plateau at an altitude of 280 to 300 metres. The Muscat de Saint-Jean-de-Minervois appellation is known for producing Vins Doux Naturels d'altitude, marked by freshness and elegant aromas.
WINE MAKING
The vines are over 40 years old and are goblet pruned. No irrigation. Alcoholic fermentation by indigenous yeasts. Vinification is carried out at very low temperature and the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks for one year.
TASTING
Beautiful pale yellow colour with golden reflections. On the nose as well as on the palate, we discover notes of white flowers, thyme, verbena and exotic fruits such as lychee. A signature of the estate because of its atypical character, it is an elegant and complex wine that has made the reputation of the estate!
FOOD & WINE PAIRING
Ideal as an aperitif with a blue-veined cheese platter, foie gras or salmon, as an accompaniment to a spicy/Asian or sweet/savoury dish or with a fresh fruit/franchipane-based dessert.
TEMPERATURE OF SERVICE
10-12°C
AGING POTENTIAL
3 to 10 years
