{"product_id":"monbazillac-aop-2022-50cl","title":"Monbazillac AOP 2022 (50cl)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVineyard and winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Grange Neuve lies at Pomport in the Monbazillac appellation, where autumn mists encourage noble rot and concentrate the grapes while preserving valuable acidity. The 2022 is a blend of 80% Sémillon, 10% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Muscadelle, harvested by hand in successive passes so that only suitably ripened berries are selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter fermentation, 75% of the wine is matured in stainless steel and up to 25% in French oak for six months, principally in second- and third-use 300-litre barrels. This measured use of wood supports texture without obscuring the vivid botrytis fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuminous golden yellow, with a bright sheen and generous viscosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh orange marmalade, ripe apricot and dried mango are layered with acacia honey, nectarine and a light floral note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePalate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet and rounded, with flavours of apricot, candied citrus and honey balanced by a firm line of acidity. A twist of bitter orange lends definition to the clean, persistent finish and prevents the wine from feeling heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 50cl format is ideal for a smaller table. Pair with duck-liver parfait and toasted brioche, Stilton with walnuts, apricot and almond tart, or a classic tarte Tatin. It can also be served well chilled as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBackground story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Grange Neuve has roots extending to 1898 and is associated with the Pichon and Castaing families. Its vineyards occupy the rolling countryside around Pomport, close to Bergerac, where Sémillon and its traditional partners are especially well suited to the production of naturally sweet wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate holds France's Haute Valeur Environnementale Level 3 certification and has invested in measures including biological water treatment and solar energy. This 2022 captures Monbazillac's generous side while retaining the freshness that makes the appellation so versatile at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Grange Neuve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31931466580028,"sku":"ZZMONBAZILLAC22","price":19.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/1984\/8252\/files\/domaine-de-grange-neuve-monbazillac-2022-50cl-bottle-standard.png?v=1789041574","url":"https:\/\/sommelierschoice.co.uk\/products\/monbazillac-aop-2022-50cl","provider":"Sommelier's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}