Gaillac Premieres Cotes

Gaillac Premieres Cotes is an appellation in Gaillac, France.

Growers build the wines around Mauzac Blanc, filling out the blend with Len de l’El, Muscadelle, Ondenc and Sauvignon Blanc.

The ground underneath is chalk, clay and limestone.

The climate is maritime/oceanic.

The vineyards themselves read as hills and valley floor.

Dry white wine and sweet white wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows crisp and refreshing, showcasing citrus and floral notes and sweet and aromatic.

Names to look for on a shelf: Domaine Laubarel and Plageoles.

At the table these bottles work with grilled fish, roasted poultry and soft cheeses.

Serve at 7 to 10°C.

Keeps for 2 to 5 years.

In the glass.

Dry white: Crisp and refreshing, Showcasing citrus and floral notes.

Sweet white: Sweet and aromatic.

Grapes planted here.

Producers worth knowing.

Bottles to look for.

• Domaine Laubarel Cuvee L'aubarel Mauzac, Gaillac Premieres Cotes, France
• Plageoles Mauzac Vert, Gaillac Premieres Cotes, France
• Plageoles Vin de Voile, Gaillac Premieres Cotes, France

At the table.

• Grilled fish
• Roasted poultry
• Soft cheeses

Serving and cellaring.

• Serve at 7 to 10°C.
• Keeps for 2 to 5 years.

Nearby regions.

Gaillac Premieres Cotes: common questions

More from here: every wine region in France, or the wider Gaillac guide.