2006 Domaine d'Aupilhac, Les Cocalières Blanc, Coteaux du Languedoc

A fantastic and acclaimed organic property located in the enclave of Montpeyroux, 36 km to the north of Montpellier. From North West facing vineyards at an altitude of 350 metres, this is a blend of equal shares of Marsanne, Rolle, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc. Vinified and aged in cask and third-fill barrique, then aged for ten months, this is an eloquent and extremely complex testament to the quality of top Languedoc wines. With grapefruit, quince, dried fruit and white pepper on the nose, the palate is transformed into a honied labyrinth of flavour, its citric and mineral undercurrent in a perfect and poised counterpoint.
(Simon Field MW, BBR Buyer)

A real alternative to better-known white wines such as Burgundy, with weight, complexity and freshness. The combination of the four grape varieties imbues the wine with honied aromas of quince and grapefruit, while on the palate there is richness of texture on the one hand and firm acidity on the other. A fascinating partner to fine fish, such as turbot and sea-bass, and it would also work well with goat’s cheese.
(Alun Griffiths MW, BBR Wine Director)