Château L'Hospitalet Grand Vin Blanc

A white Languedoc with real depth: barrique fermentation and aging on the fine lees give this cuvée a creamy texture that one rarely expects from wines from the south.

Gérard Bertrand has developed Château L'Hospitalet in the La Clape appellation, directly on the Mediterranean near Narbonne, into one of the most famous estates in the Languedoc. Biodynamic management and the salty sea breeze characterize the style of the wines.

In the glass, four southern French grape varieties unite: Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, and Viognier. The result is dense and juicy — white peach fruit meets roasted hazelnut, a subtle anise spice, and a salty minerality in the long finish. The wood aging is noticeable but integrated.

• Food: Grilled sea bass with fennel, bouillabaisse, goat cheese, or chicken with Provençal herbs
• Temperature: 12–14 °C