FranceOrange Gold is Bertrand's homage to the long history of orange wines. Under his modern vision, this blends chardonnay, grenache blanc, viognier, marsanne, mauzac, muscat, and clairette was partially carbonically macerated in stainless before heading to barrel to complete maceration and have a short rest. Up front and spicy, with apricot, peach fuzz, tangerine, and ripe pear, with a light riff of tannins and and ample wash of salinity on the finish. This packs a lot of punch for its 13%, and would make an interesting partner for fragrant Indian or Thai dishes.Tasted: 04 December 2021Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$29.00
750ml
BCLS
Producer: Gérard BertrandDistributors: Pacific Wine & Spirits Inc. Blend: Chardonnay - White Grenache - Viognier - Marsanne - Mauzac - Muscat ClairetteCSPC: 456710UPC: 3514123120189
FranceOrange Gold is a mix of chardonnay, grenache blanc, viognier, marsanne, mauzac, muscat, and clairette fermented in stainless steel before completing its ageing in the barrel. Bertrand, inspired by the orange wine movement, pays tribute to Georgia and makes a modern version of traditional wine. Orange Gold comes with a powerful aromatic nose of peaches, apricots, and plum. The palate has a touch of tannin without the bitterness, giving the entire wine a sheen of complexity. Bertrand says the colour reminds him of the sunsets he sees some 300 days a year in the south of France. Food matches run from Tarte Tatin and clementines, to grilled octopus, chicken curry, and hard cheeses.Tasted: 15 February 2021Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$29.00
750ml
BCLS
Producer: Gérard BertrandDistributors: Pacific Wine & Spirits Inc. Blend: Chardonnay - White Grenache - Viognier - Marsanne - Mauzac - Muscat ClairetteCSPC: 456710UPC: 3514123120189
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