The Vic family has been showcasing Preignes le Vieux since 1905 and the estate is now proof of the bond between man and land. Here’s the potted history: Great-grandfather Robert Vic bought the estate in the early 20th century. The fifth generation is now tending vines on 250 hectares of land surrounding the château. In the early 90’s, Jérôme and then Aurélie his wife took over the family business.
Presentation
Presentation
With La Source Tradition Chardonnay, Jérôme demonstrates all of his expertise in choosing matching terroirs: cool and mineral, in the upper Limoux Valley, saline near the local Thau lagoon or from the western part of Languedoc, lending richness and roundness.
Terroir
Typically Mediterranean, warm and sunny with a law rainfall. Winters
are mild, summers are hot and usual drought conditions fully matured
the grapes. Volcanic soil
are mild, summers are hot and usual drought conditions fully matured
the grapes. Volcanic soil
In the vineyard
Night-time harvesting, pressing with juice selection, must clarification at low temperatures, fermentation at 16°-17°C in stainless steel tanks, light filtration before bottling. No oak treatment.
Winemaking
This white has been made by skin maceration (the juice macerates on the skin before pressing). It increases the aromatic potential and of the grape and its structure
Fermentation is conducted through temperature control process. Low temperature fermentation enhances the fruit flavour of the wine
Pressing : Pneumatic
Fermentation is conducted through temperature control process. Low temperature fermentation enhances the fruit flavour of the wine
Pressing : Pneumatic
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % vol.
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
T° of service: 12°C / 54°F.
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
This wine is fruit-driven in style, exhibiting ripe peach with underlying citrus and fig characters. On the palate, these flavors are enhanced by gingery and grassy spices, and a bright acid backbone ending with a flinty mineral thread.
Food pairings
Perfect with light and delicate food such as raw and lightly cooked shellfish like crab and prawns, steamed or grilled fish, fish pâtés, fish, chicken or vegetable terrines and pasta or risotto with spring vegetables. Also goes well with creamy vegetable soups.
