2023 Cave de Pomerols Kysela HB Picpoul de Pinet

From: Languedoc, FranceVarietal: Picpoul Tasting Notes & Critical Acclaim: This lovely, bright, white wine is vivacious and refreshing, exhibiting an attractive array of citrus fruits and floral aromas. Flavors of lemon, lime, green apple, and grapefruit dance on the palate, backed by subtle mineral notes. “Clean, impeccably made, and delicious, the 2023 Picpoul de Pinet has a bright bouquet of citrus blossoms, minty herbs, and chalky minerality to go with a medium-bodied, clean, vibrant style on the palate. Made from 100% Picpoul brought up all in tank, drink this delicious, easy going white over the coming year or so. It will be a dream with seafood.” –Jeb Dunnuck, 89 points (July 2024) Pairing: As "the Muscadet of the South," this wine is a natural partner to fresh shellfish and seafood (check out the recipe below!), but its adaptability doesn't stop there. It's an excellent match for fried appetizers, raw oysters, sushi, and Mediterranean-themed fish dishes, even fried calamari