Mary Taylor, 2020 Gaillac Perlé 750ml

Grapes: Mauzac, Muscadelle

Appellation: Gaillac, Southwest France

Farming: Biodynamic, Organic

Style: Light bodied with a gentle tickle of bubbles, un-oaked

Flavors: tropical fruits, peach, green apple

Try if you like Chenin blanc/Viognier

Pairings: spicy foods, aperitif, pool-side

Gaillac is the 2nd oldest known vineyard area in France.  Natalie Larroque and her family live at the farm known as Mas d’Oustry built in 1498. This blanc Perlé is made from 80% Mauzac and 20% Muscadelle – 2 grapes typical to the Southwest of France. The word “Perlé” indicates a slight bite – tiny bubbles in the wine.