Petit Diamant
Gigondas Blanc
Grape Composition
80% Clairette, 10% Picpoul, 10% Bourboulenc.
Vinification
Traditional direct press, fermentation in stainless steel tank
Destemmed or not
Yes
Yeast
Natural
Aging
Stainless steel tank
Soil Composition
Clay and lime mix with small stones on the surface
Vine Age
5 years old
Density
3 000 vines per HA
Harvest type
Hand Picked
Method
Direct press
Malolactic – yes/no
No
Residual sugar
Less than 2 grams per litre
Alcohol percentage
13.5%
Tasting notes
A very pretty, full bouquet of white peach, citrus flowers and honey suckle
Food pairing
Beautiful when served with smoked salmon, scallops and crab cakes. Serve nice and cold
Cellaring
8 to 10 years