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Château Plaisance - Maëlle 2014 (Sweet)

Château Plaisance - Maëlle 2014 (Moelleux)

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A delightful blend of Sémillon, Chenin, and Liliorila, this sweet wine offers subtle yet pleasant citrus aromas on the nose, along with delicate floral notes. On the palate, the balance of sugar and alcohol gives it an irresistible, subtle, and lingering sweetness. A wine made for pure enjoyment, perfect for pairing with foie gras or indulgent desserts!

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Estate

Château Plaisance

Vintage

Maëlle

Vintage

2014

Designation

IGP Comté Tolosan

Region

Southwest

Grape varieties

Sémillon, Chenin, Liliorila

Terroirs

the highest terrace in the Tarn, at an altitude of about 200 meters. The soil consists of alluvial deposits made up mainly of pebbles, gravel, and silt

Viticulture

organic farming

Grape Harvest

hand-harvested, from two batches of sun-dried or partially botrytized grapes

Winemaking

in small tanks equipped with temperature control, using natural yeasts

Livestock farming

Aged for 18 months in barrels that have previously held 3 or 4 other wines (no new oak)

Alcohol content

9.8%

Organic

Yes

Eye

cute straw-yellow dress

Nose

offers subtle yet pleasant citrus aromas and very delicate floral notes

Palate

The balance of sugar and alcohol gives it a pleasant, subtle, and lingering palate—a wine that is a true delight

Serve

at 8-10°C

Open

30 minutes before

Drink from

2015

Drink before

2019

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

the perfect accompaniment to appetizers, foie gras, or desserts...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2020 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)

About the estate:

When he took over his father’s vineyards, Marc Penavayre wanted to evolve the style of the local wines toward more refined, more elegant products—a trend that was also evident in other villages in the Southwest during the 1980s and 1990s. This began with a greater focus on vineyard management, which has been certified organic since 2011. But it also involved rethinking the grape varieties, giving pride of place to the local favorite, Négrette, and planting white varieties that are sure to surprise. Finally, it involved a more balanced use of oak barrels. The entire range is guided by a commitment to promoting forgotten grape varieties and wines that are approachable even when young, all crafted with impeccable precision.

Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)

About the estate:

An agricultural engineer and oenologist, Marc Penavayre breathed new life into the family estate, which he took over in 1991, restructuring and expanding it. His son Thibaut joined him in 2019. The vineyard now covers 26 hectares and completed its transition to organic farming in 2012

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated estate (2021 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)

About the estate:

A driving force behind the revival of the Fronton region for over twenty years, Marc Penavayre offers a distinctive take on the local grape variety, Négrette. Certified organic since 2011 and now joined by his son Thibaut, Marc takes the quality of his grapes to new heights every year. The wines remain juicy and approachable; the cuvées—whose names are sometimes unpronounceable without the help of an Occitan dictionary—now define Fronton’s identity. Constantly evolving and produced without synthetic inputs, the range allows everyone to find a wine that matches their tasting style. This year, we are awarding the estate its first star.

Customer rating

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3.3/5

based on 3 reviews

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Review by Mr. THIERRY M. Posted on July 19, 2015

A nice aperitif wine (not too sweet), though it lacks originality and complexity

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Review by Mr. JEAN FRANCOIS Q. Published on 11/30/2018

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Review by Mr. BALLON M. Posted on September 15, 2015

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