Le Loup Blanc - Méchant Loup 2014

An expressive and exuberant nose, with bold and vibrant fruit, notes of pine, violet, and tar; on the palate, it’s smooth and full-bodied, fruity, and very fresh. A true treat.

This lovely estate comprises 18 hectares of vineyards divided into small plots located in Bize, in the Causses region of the Minervois—the terroir at the foot of the Montagne Noire—and at the northeastern edge of the appellation. It is an estate that is truly on the rise. Winemaking focuses on gentler, less aggressive extraction, so the wines gain precision in their fruit expression and a better balance of freshness. As a result, they are enjoyable to drink, rich, and pleasing while retaining the estate’s signature traits: tension and vitality. In addition to these Minervois wines, there is a range of particularly well-crafted IGP de l’Aude wines, whose names are, of course, related to that of the estate.

Founded in 2002 by four partners—wine enthusiasts originally from Saumur—Le Loup Blanc produces Minervois wines blended from Languedoc grape varieties. From the outset, vineyard management has focused on organic and biodynamic farming. Each cuvée retains its distinct character: the selection includes wines meant to be enjoyed for their fruitiness, as well as fine wines with aging potential. The estate features two comfortable and tastefully decorated guesthouses.