Mas Des Bressades Blanc 2022

Mas Des Bressades Blanc is a vibrant and expressive white wine from the Costières de Nîmes appellation in the southern Rhône Valley of France. Made from a blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier, and Grenache Blanc, this wine offers a harmonious balance of ripe fruit, floral notes, and a fresh minerality. On the nose, it presents aromas of peach, apricot, and honeysuckle, with subtle hints of citrus and almond. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with a silky texture and flavors of stone fruit, tropical fruit, and a touch of honey, leading to a crisp, mineral-driven finish.

Wine Details:

Type: White Wine
Style: Aromatic, Medium-bodied White
Grape Varietal: Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier, Grenache Blanc
Taste Like: Like Rhône-style Chardonnay, but with more floral and stone fruit notes, and a softer, more rounded texture.
Alcohol Percentage: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Costières de Nîmes AOC
Region: Rhône Valley
Region Location: Southeastern France
Country: France
Terroir: The vineyards are located on stony, limestone-rich soils in the Costières de Nîmes region, which lends a distinct minerality and fresh acidity to the wine. The Mediterranean climate provides the warmth needed to fully ripen the grapes, enhancing their rich, fruity character.
Aging: Fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine’s fresh fruit and floral aromas while maintaining a clean, mineral finish.
Farming: Sustainable farming practices are employed to maintain the natural health of the vineyards and the surrounding environment.
Serving Temperature:
10-12°C – Serve slightly chilled to enhance the wine’s aromatic intensity and balanced acidity.

Winery:
Mas Des Bressades is a renowned estate in the Costières de Nîmes region, known for producing high-quality Rhône-style wines. With a focus on traditional winemaking and sustainable practices, the winery crafts wines that highlight the unique terroir of the region, balancing ripe fruit with elegance and freshness.

Dishes this wine pairs with:

Seafood: Perfect with grilled sea bass, prawns, or crab cakes.
Roast Poultry: Complements roast chicken, turkey, or duck with herbs.
Pasta: Pairs beautifully with creamy pasta dishes such as seafood linguine or fettuccine Alfredo.
Vegetarian: Ideal with vegetable gratin, ratatouille, or a fresh green salad.
Cheeses this wine pairs with:

Brie (France): The creamy texture of Brie pairs nicely with the wine’s stone fruit and floral notes.
Reblochon (France): The rich, nutty flavors of Reblochon complement the wine’s aromatic and textured profile.
Comté (France): The nutty, savory character of Comté enhances the wine’s silky texture and honeyed flavors.
Goat Cheese (France): The tangy freshness of goat cheese matches well with the wine’s bright acidity and floral undertones.