In the glass
What it pairs with
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Grilled squid with alioli
Citrus and mineral freshness complement the charred squid. -
White fish in green sauce
The wine's freshness and herbal notes mirror the herb sauce.
How to serve Mas Doix Blanc
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled squid with alioli, White fish in green sauce. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Mas Doix Blanc was introduced to complement the estate's red range and show the character of Priorat's indigenous white varieties on the estate's llicorella soils.
- 2010 — First vintage of Mas Doix Blanc
Facts
- Producer
- Mas Doix
- Grapes
- Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo
- Classification
- DOQ Priorat
- Oak
- Stainless steel fermentation with partial barrel ageing
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- €20-30 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-6 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2010
Frequently asked about Mas Doix Blanc
What does Mas Doix Blanc taste like?
Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, medium acidity with a medium finish.
When should I drink Mas Doix Blanc?
Drink 2-6 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Mas Doix Blanc?
Grilled squid with alioli is the canonical pairing; White fish in green sauce is the other strong match. Citrus and mineral freshness complement the charred squid.
What grapes are in Mas Doix Blanc?
The blend is Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo. The wine is classified as DOQ Priorat.