Domaine Léon Barral - Vin de France blanc 2019
93/100
RVF
"White maceration"
This macerated white wine is unique to the South, made from an old grape variety, Terret, complemented by Roussanne and Viognier. The nose exudes aromas of apricot kernel, almond, and orange. Complex and distinctive, the palate reflects the structure of the maceration with a genuine tannic sensation and beautiful persistence. A cuvée for connoisseurs or those curious to discover new sensations!
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Eye
Orange-yellow color, cloudy with sediment due to no settling or filtration.
Nose
Notes of apricot kernel, almond, and orange
Mouth
Structured and complex, tannic sensation, long finish
Serve
At 12°C in a carafe
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with sauerkraut, goat cheese and zucchini tart, white sausage with port wine...
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About the estate:
A man of strong convictions, Didier Barral is one of those who has given the most thought to soil cultivation, having been on the estate since the early 1990s. The 33-hectare vineyard is located on schistose hillsides and slopes sheltered by the foothills of the Cévennes. Didier Barral has reintroduced black pigs and 70 cows (which graze in his vineyards from October to April) and has greatly encouraged mixed farming to encourage different species of fauna and flora to coexist. The soil is not plowed to allow animal life to develop. The philosophy behind the wines is similar to that of so-called natural wines, with low sulfur protection at bottling. There may have been some deviations in certain wines, but at their best, his Faugères wines are unparalleled. Shouldn't we accept a few small flaws in the girl we love, Didier explains? The estate did not send us any samples this year, so we will review it again next year.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rating (2021 guide) 93/100 (2017 vintage)
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
The exceptional schist terroir of the Léon Barral estate plunges into the hillsides of the hamlet of Lentheric. The vineyard is revitalized with cultivation practices that promote interactions between the animal and plant kingdoms, using plant cover, organic matter, and natural fertilizers provided by herds grazing between the rows of vines. These practices have advanced viticulture throughout the Languedoc region and enabled Didier Barral to position the estate among the most desirable in the region. The very free style of the wines appeals to a large number of enthusiasts and wine merchants (no sales to individuals are made at the estate), leaving others perplexed.
Customer rating
2.6/5
based on 5 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. MICHEL M. Published on 12/26/2023
I opened a bottle on September 4, 2023, and hesitated between cider and vinegar. I wonder what it will be like in 2029? And since I have two bottles left, I'm going to experiment. I don't recommend it, unless you think I got a bad bottle. I'll write about what happens next here. December 26, 2023: I opened the second bottle, which was the same as the first and, in my opinion and to my taste buds, undrinkable. It's like drinking bourru (new wine). I'm going to try using it in a stew, hoping it doesn't ruin my sauce. There's one left. I'll forget about it for two years, but I'm afraid that won't change anything.
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Review and opinion by Mr. THIERRY D. Published on 09/01/2022
A unique wine
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Review and opinion by Mr. ADRIEN F. Published on 05/30/2024
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Note and opinion by Mr. PIERRE P. Published on 08/11/2023
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Review and opinion by Mr. PATRICE B. Published on 11/07/2021
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