Poule de Pic by Domaine de la Grangette

Structure

Bodymedium

Tanninlow

Acidityhigh

Sweetnessdry

Finishmedium

Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 1 to 3 years from vintage.

vintage1 yrs3 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: lemon zest, tangerine, white flowers, sea breeze

Palate: citrus, salinity, crisp, pure refreshing finish

Sea-scented Picpoul from Domaine la Grangette, named with a tongue-in-cheek 'pecking hen' pun on Picpoul. Salinity, fresh, floral, citrus-driven.

What it pairs with

Raw oysters
Salinity and crisp acidity are the textbook oyster match.
Sète seafood platter
Sea breeze aromatics meet local Sète specialties.
Tabbouleh with fresh herbs
Lemon zest and white flowers echo herbs and citrus.

History

Christelle and Matthieu Caron own Domaine La Grangette. Poule de Pic is a tongue-in-cheek take on Picpoul de Pinet, labelled as a pecking hen picking at feed. The estate is between Bassin de Thau and Pézenas; organic agriculture.

2015: Poule de Pic bottled as Grangette's everyday Picpoul

Facts

Producer: Domaine de la Grangette · visiting guide
Grapes: Piquepoul (100%)
Classification: AOC Picpoul de Pinet
Oak: Aged in stainless steel; no oak
ABV: 13.0%
Price: €11-15 at retail
Drinking window: 1-3 from vintage
First vintage: 2015
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Poule de Pic

What does Poule de Pic taste like?

Lemon zest, tangerine, white flowers and sea breeze on the nose; citrus, salinity, crisp acidity and a pure refreshing finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.

When should I drink Poule de Pic?

Drink within 1 to 3 years of vintage at 8-10 degrees Celsius. Best young for freshness.

What food pairs with Poule de Pic?

Raw oysters is the canonical match; Sète seafood platter and tabbouleh with fresh herbs also work well.

What grapes are in Poule de Pic?

100% Piquepoul Blanc from Domaine la Grangette's organic parcels on the edge of the Bassin de Thau.

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