Clos Sainte Magdeleine Cassis Blanc 2021

Clos Sainte Magdeleine Cassis Blanc is a vibrant and elegant white wine from Cassis, Provence, France, crafted from Marsanne, Ugni Blanc, Clairette, and Bourboulenc. Light, bright, and crystal clear in the glass, it presents a bouquet of citrus blossom, green apple, and subtle saline notes. The palate is fresh and mineral-driven with a smooth, balanced finish. A quintessential Mediterranean white, perfect for seafood and sunny days by the coast.

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Type: White Wine
Style: Light-bodied, Fresh
Grape Varietal: Marsanne, Ugni Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc
Tastes Like: Citrus blossom, green apple, sea spray, white peach
Alcohol Percentage: 12.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: AOC Cassis
Region: Provence, France
Terroir: Limestone and clay soils on coastal cliffs
Aging: Vinified in stainless steel to preserve freshness
Serving Temperature: 8–10°C – Best served chilled

Clos Sainte Magdeleine is a family-run estate perched on the dramatic limestone cliffs of Cassis, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. With vineyards surrounded by pine trees and sea breeze, the domaine has long been a champion of the Cassis appellation. The white wines are cultivated organically and reflect the region's mineral-rich soils and marine influence. With a focus on traditional varietals and minimal intervention, the wines from Clos Sainte Magdeleine are as pure and captivating as their coastal origins.

Seafood: Bouillabaisse or grilled snapper with lemon and herbs.
Poultry: Chicken with preserved lemon or herbed turkey breast.
Vegetarian: Zucchini gratin or fennel and citrus salad.
Meat: Veal escalope with white wine sauce or pork tenderloin with apple compote.

Chèvre: Fresh and tangy, matching the wine's citrus lift.
Brie: Creamy and delicate, complementing the wine's texture.
Tommes: Lightly aged and savoury, pairing with the wine's mineral notes.
Feta: Briny and bright, echoing the wine's coastal freshness.

Poisson à la Marseillaise (Fish with Garlic and Tomato)

Ingredients:

• 4 white fish fillets (snapper or cod)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 100mL dry white wine
• 1 tsp herbes de Provence
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook for 5 minutes.
3. Pour in white wine, add herbes de Provence, and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Place fish fillets in the sauce, season with salt and pepper, cover and cook gently for 8–10 minutes.
5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with rice or crusty bread alongside a glass of Clos Sainte Magdeleine Cassis Blanc for a coastal Provençal experience.