Domaine des Mathouans - MacAline 2021

Bright and fresh, with citrus, pineapple, acacia, and honey notes. Mouth-watering saline finish unique to Macabeu of the region. A light-bodied, elegant play between fruit and pronounced acidity drawn from the black schist terroir. Country: FranceRegion: RoussillonAppellation: Vin de FranceGrape variety: 100% MacabeuStyle: WhiteABV: 12% by vol.Vineyard size: 12 hectares, with 10 hectares of vinesYield: 25hl/haTerroir: Black schistAverage age of vines: 30 yearsFarming: Certified organic & biodynamicHarvest: By hand in 12kg bins. Whole cluster.Vinification: Direct press. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Malolactic fermentation achieved. No fining. No filtration.Aging: 8 months in 600-liter barrelsSulfur added: <15mg at bottling