Moulin de Gassac Faune

Moulin de Gassac Faune
  • Moulin de Gassac Faune
  • Moulin de Gassac Faune
  • Moulin de Gassac Faune
Soils Sand and shingle from the banks of the Hérault river.
Grape varieties 60% Viognier, 30% Marsanne and 10% Muscat.
Vinification 100% De-stemmed – slow maceration with skin contact during 10 to 12 hours in refrigerated tank. Pressed, then vinified under controlled temperature.
Maturing 4 to 5 months in stainless steel tank.
Harvest Mechanical.
Yield 50 hl/ha.
Alcohol 13 % Vol. Drink within 12 months of bottling.
Production 15 000 bottles.
Eye Pale gold.
Nose Powerful. Explodes with aromas of apricots, pears and white flowers.
Mouth Harmonious, well balanced. Delicate hints of white flowers.
End Full, smooth yet fresh ending on exotic fruit.

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Hints for keeping and tasting

Moulin de Gassac Faune :

Keeping :

Wine to keep for between 1 and 3 years.

We advise you to drink this wine within three years so as to enjoy the maximum fruity aromas and freshness. Never let them age for more than three years.

As with all wines, the temperature at which it’s kept will dictate how well it keeps. The ideal is between 12°C and 18°C.

Tasting :

Best served between 11°C and 12°C.

To enjoy it best, we advise you to drink this wine as an aperitif or with a meal.

The wine is even better if decanted to allow its complex characteristics to emerge.

Food & Wine

Enjoy your Faune with :

Your first course:

  • Crab.
  • Smoked salmon mousse with dill.
  • Salade Nicoise.
  • Langoustine Salad.

Fish and shellfish :

  • Scallops.
  • Grilled lobster.
  • Trout with new potatoes and green beans.
  • Grilled salmon with béarnaise sauce.
  • Spaghetti al pesto.
  • Brandade nîmoise.
  • King prawn brochette.

Cheese:

  • Goats' cheese.

Desserts :

  • Apricot tart.
  • Pear tart.
  • Pecan pie.

Optional extras
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