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Carrière Pradal 'GCB' Grenache Blanc Blend 2022
Primary flavours

Apple

Pineapple

Almonds

Buttered Bread

Chamomile

Dried Florals

Spice
Details
The ‘GCB’ is a blend of Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Bourboulenc, all grown on the family estate. There is a touch of oaky nuttiness on the nose with copper tones. The wine is made in an oxidative style along with some apple and pineapple notes however there is a wave of spice throughout the palate. Texture and then some!
Carrière Pradal is a family winery located in the heart of the Languedoc. Catherine Carrière-Pradal and her son Baptiste are 7th and 8th generation vignerons who have focused on establishing a beautiful estate with a philosophy built around agroecology. The estate is spread across 60 hectares with a focus on varieties like Grenache (Noir and Blanc), Clairette, Bourboulenc and Picpoul as well as a mix of hedges, fruit trees and other trees planted in between the rows of vines. The winery is certified organic as well as having a high regenerative score and steely determination towards biodiversity. Aside from the efforts on the land, the family make wines under three different labels, with a focus from classic varieties like Sauvignon Blanc to producing off the cuff varieties like Marselan, which is a Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon cross. The vineyards see plenty of sun so there is a bright and sunny disposition to all of the wines along with plenty of character.
Carrière Pradal is a family winery located in the heart of the Languedoc. Catherine Carrière-Pradal and her son Baptiste are 7th and 8th generation vignerons who have focused on establishing a beautiful estate with a philosophy built around agroecology. The estate is spread across 60 hectares with a focus on varieties like Grenache (Noir and Blanc), Clairette, Bourboulenc and Picpoul as well as a mix of hedges, fruit trees and other trees planted in between the rows of vines. The winery is certified organic as well as having a high regenerative score and steely determination towards biodiversity. Aside from the efforts on the land, the family make wines under three different labels, with a focus from classic varieties like Sauvignon Blanc to producing off the cuff varieties like Marselan, which is a Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon cross. The vineyards see plenty of sun so there is a bright and sunny disposition to all of the wines along with plenty of character.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Languedoc
country
France
Grape type
Grenache Blanc
Wine Maker
Carrière-Pradal
Alcohol
13.5%
Vintage
2022
Cellar period
3-5 years
Closure
Cork (Synthetic)
Production method
Natural
Temperature
Cool 13°C-15°C
State
Southern France
Pairing guide
We absolutely love a good Grenache Blanc blend here at Good Pair Days, and this elegant bottle from Carrière Pradal is a real showcase of the winemaker’s art. Beautifully balanced, it’s a fabulous wine to pair with simple seafood dishes, shellfish such as grilled oysters with garlic butter or barbecued prawns, and heartier white fish dishes such as roast hake or battered cod. It’s also brilliant with pork chops and pork loin, roast turkey crown, green vegetable dishes like peas with feta or goat’s cheese, and anything with plenty of mozzarella or ricotta.
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Food

Fatty

Chicken Dishes

Butter Chicken

Rustic French Cuisine

Heavy Pasta

Chicken Coconut Soup
Tastes

Rich

Salty

Fatty
Moods

Mood for something different
Seasons

Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region

Languedoc, France
The Languedoc wine region is located in the south of France, in the Languedoc-Roussillon region. It is the largest wine-producing region in France and is known for its wide variety of wine styles, including red, white, rosé, and sparkling. As a younger region, Languedoc has less restrictive wine growing laws making it a virtual oasis for progressive winemakers. As a result, you may find many innovative, even atypical blends in this region, that represent excellent value. Of the numerous varieties available in Languedoc Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, and Viognier are the stand outs. Top producers are known showcasing the unique character of the Languedoc region, including Mas de Daumas Gassac, Château de Saint-Martin, Mas Jullien, and Château d'Angles. Languedoc, watch this space!
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