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IGP PAYS D'OC CHARDONNAY ALTITUDE
ALTITUDE Maison Fortant - Terroir

Origins of the cuvee

Shaped by arid conditions and the noble winds of the Mistral and Tramontane, this high-altitude terroir benefits from exceptional natural ventilation, preserving freshness and purity. Limestone, basalt and flint soils bring tension, energy and a clear mineral expression, giving rise to precise, luminous and deeply expressive wines.

Terroir

Drawn from hillside parcels rooted in soils shaped during the Cretaceous period.

Vinification

Sourced from a rigorous parcel selection at the heart of the High-Altitude Terroir, this Chardonnay is harvested at night at optimal ripeness to preserve the freshness and purity of the fruit. Particular care is given to the pre-fermentation stage, with careful destemming, slow and progressive pressing accompanied by a strict juice selection, followed by two days of lees settling, allowing the grape’s full finesse and aromatic potential to be revealed.

Ageing

This wine is aged for over six months on fine lees, enhancing its complexity and offering a broad, rich palate.

Winemaker's notes

With its brilliant golden-yellow colour, this wine reveals a refined and complex bouquet of vine peach, citrus fruits and hawthorn. The palate is generous and elegant, showcasing the purity and aromatic complexity of citrus and white flowers, leading to a long, mineral-driven finish.

Food/wine pairing

Perfectly paired with oven-roasted sea bream with preserved lemons.
Serve between 12–14°C.