Gerard Bertrand Heritage "An 1130" Cite de Carcassonne White 2023
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"Gérard Bertrand Héritage ""An 1130"" Cité de Carcassonne White 2023
About the producer:
Gérard Bertrand is a prominent figure in southern French winemaking, celebrated for his commitment to biodynamic viticulture and his vision of expressing the Languedoc’s diversity. The Héritage series pays tribute to the region’s historical legacy, with “An 1130” referencing the year when Carcassonne rose to prominence as a fortified medieval city.
About the region:
Cité de Carcassonne is an appellation in the Languedoc, surrounding the famous medieval fortress. With influences from both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, the terroir is marked by varied soils of clay, limestone, and gravel, giving wines freshness, balance, and aromatic expression.
About the grape variety:
This white wine is typically a blend of Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, sometimes complemented by other varieties. Chardonnay provides roundness and fruit, while Chenin adds freshness, minerality, and floral complexity.
Style and tasting note:
Gérard Bertrand Héritage ""An 1130"" Cité de Carcassonne White 2023 reveals aromas of pear, apple, and citrus, enhanced by floral and honeyed notes. The palate is smooth and balanced, with lively acidity and a clean, mineral finish.
Trivia:
The name “An 1130” honors the year Carcassonne’s fortified walls were first reinforced, establishing the city as a powerful medieval stronghold. The link between the wine and the fortress underlines the deep cultural and historical roots of viticulture in the region."
