In the glass
Aroma: citrus, apricot, white flowers, mineral notes, salt air
Palate: dry but ripe, stone fruits, citrus, saline finish
Crisp 100% Picpoul on the red clay soils that give the wine its 'Terres Rouges' name. Saline, citrus-driven; Thau lagoon proximity gives salt-air aromatics.
What it pairs with
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Raw oysters
Salt air aromatics and crisp acidity are the textbook oyster match. -
Bouillabaisse
Mineral notes and saline finish handle saffron-fennel fish stew. -
Fresh goat cheese with herbs
Citrus and white flowers balance fresh chèvre.
History
Reine Juliette is named after a queen reputed to have visited the Pomerols site. Located on red clay soils on the edge of the Thau lagoon, Guillaume Allies fashions brisk and saline Picpoul from 25 acres of estate vineyards.
- 1995 — Estate Picpoul bottled as the signature Reine Juliette cuvée
Facts
- Producer
- Domaine Reine Juliette
- Grapes
- Piquepoul (100%)
- Classification
- AOC Picpoul de Pinet
- Oak
- Direct pressing, fermentation in stainless steel at cold temperature; no oak
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- €10-14 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-3 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1995
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Picpoul de Pinet
What does Reine Juliette Picpoul de Pinet taste like?
Citrus, apricot, white flowers, mineral notes and a hint of salt air on the nose; dry but ripe with stone fruits, citrus and a saline finish on the palate.
When should I drink Reine Juliette Picpoul de Pinet?
Drink within 1 to 3 years of vintage at 8-10 degrees Celsius.
What food pairs with Reine Juliette Picpoul de Pinet?
Raw oysters is the canonical pairing; bouillabaisse and fresh goat cheese with herbs also work well.
Where is Reine Juliette Picpoul de Pinet made?
On red clay soils ('Terres Rouges') on the edge of the Bassin de Thau lagoon in Pomerols, the heart of the Picpoul de Pinet appellation.