Domaine Font-Mars Picpoul de Pinet

This beautiful Picpoul de Pinet from Domaine Font-Mars is a white wine from the Languedoc region in southern France.  A single varietal, Picpoul, carries all the weight of bringing complexity while preserving a crisp, refreshing profile.  On the nose, it offers inviting aromas of lemon zest, green apple, pear, white florals, and a tropical undertone combined with a savory herbaceous hint.  The palate is vibrant and well-balanced, delivering flavors of tangy citrus fruits, ripe melon, papaya, and a distinct minerality that reflects the vineyard’s limestone-rich soils and maritime air.  The historic Domaine Font-Mars has been owned and run continuously by the Clock family since 1864 with the family wine-making tradition dating back to 1679.  This centuries long experience in cultivation of vines and knowledge that has been passed down through several generations ensures an elevated level of quality and a fierce dedication to showcasing the unique terroir of coastal southern France.  The estate benefits from its proximity to the Mediterranean Sea, which provides a stable cooling influence, helping to preserve the natural acidity of the grapes and enhance the wine’s fresh, saline undertones.  This characteristic salinity and its crisp structure, makes Picpoul de Pinet an excellent pairing for seafood, particularly oysters, mussels, crudo, and grilled fish.