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(aka. Picpoul Blanc)

This Southern French varietal is one of 13 allowed grapes in the encepagement of AOC Chateauneuf du Pape, albeit a minor component if even present in most bottlings of this famous Southern Rhone AOC. It's predominant read more...area of cultivation is in the Languedoc where it is the only varietal allowed in the Picpoul de Binet AOC. Thanks to Picpoul's high level of natural acidity, wines made from the varietal are the ideal accompaniment to the oysters farmed in the nearby town of Bouzigues.

Picpoul is new to California and has been recently introduced by Tablas Creek winery in Paso Robles. In 2003, they bottled it as a single varietal, and now, it is part of their 'Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc' blend. Some people say that its name means "lip stinger" (although there is another story that claims that the name derives from "pecking hens").

, you're a quiet guy who avoids the spotlight, but there are rumors that your lips sting. Underneath that quiet façade some say there is an acidic bite, or is this just gossip from your neighbors Marsanne and Roussanne? Or perhaps from Grenache Blanc, your Rhone companion, with whom you play boules every afternoon? Regardless, you don't care. You’re most happy with a dozen oysters from nearby Bouzigues – they’re just perfect with a squeeze of lemon! A recent and unassuming immigrant to the rocky hills of West Paso Robles, you’ve bloomed in sunny California. The new environ even seems to have revealed a more gregarious side of you. You shine in your new tropical dress and even Roussane and Grenache Blanc, who back home teased you as the “lip-stinger”, are welcoming you as a welcomed dose of personality at their Westside parties.

Varietal Character by Catherine Granger    (hide)

dmcker wrote in the forum topic: Seafood and Red Wine

November 2009

dmcker

Zufrieden, as I mentioned in my first post, I do generally prefer whites ... as often albarinos and picpouls, as rieslings) with seafood, especially mollusks. The only tinted wine that would pop to mind for me with raw...

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jmd477 reviewed La Chapelle de la Bastide Picpoul 2008:

November 2009

jmd477

This affordable French white definitely had not-so-subtle hints of citrus, and it paired well with some seared scallops. Perhaps a tad too sweet for my tastes (I prefer my whites to be as dry as possible), but with the...

La Chapelle de la Bastide Picpoul 2008

Starting at $8^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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ejb105 reviewed Cave de Pomerols Coteaux du Languedoc Picpoul-de-Pinet Hugues Beaulieu 2008:

November 2009

ejb105

crisp, nice refreshing white wine

Cave de Pomerols Coteaux du Languedoc Picpoul-de-Pinet Hugues Beaulieu 2008

Starting at $8^.40 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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Sage9x reviewed Picpoul de Pinet le Jade Languedoc NV:

November 2009

Sage9x

This was an excellent after dinner or all by itself wine. It has a lovely fruity flavor without being too dry. It is not a heavy wine, and it is excellent for the price. The screwtop was a little offputting when buying,...

Picpoul de Pinet le Jade Languedoc NV

Starting at $8^.03 Snoothrank: 3/5

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northsideirish reviewed Cave de Pomerols Picpoul de Pinet 2008:

October 2009

northsideirish

A pleasant surprise at an affordable price. Not as overbearing as other Muscadets. Modest, light. An easy recommendation for a party white.

Cave de Pomerols Picpoul de Pinet 2008

Starting at $8^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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dmcker wrote in the forum topic: Hairy Crab- have you try it?

October 2009

dmcker

I've often had those crabs and others from the Sea of Japan, even though they ... mouth of the Loire, and even picpoul and other whites with boiled, steamed or baked crabs. Love how the acidity of the wine cuts through...

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dmcker wrote in the forum topic: Alsace Riesling

October 2009

dmcker

What I've heard many times is more 'ooooh la la'... ;-) I've always enjoyed ... del Mas? I also enjoy the picpoul de pinets. Here's an earlier thread on food matching for the wine:...

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Richard M James wrote in the forum topic: Alsace Riesling

October 2009

Richard M James

"Any wines you particilarly like from Languedoc-Roussillon?" Oh la la, as the ... appellation, several 2008 Picpoul de Pinets - arguably the best whites from the Languedoc... I'd better stop there! Much much more L & R...

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chrishain reviewed Cave de Pomerols Coteaux du Languedoc Picpoul-de-Pinet Hugues Beaulieu 2008:

September 2009

chrishain

One of the best sub-$10 wines. I agree with the apple and citrus flavors. It has a nice light acidic pop at the beginning. This is a nice light, dry wine that is especially drinkable, especially on a hot summer afternoon.

Cave de Pomerols Coteaux du Languedoc Picpoul-de-Pinet Hugues Beaulieu 2008

Starting at $8^.40 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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andrew reviewed Chateau Font-Mars Picpoul de Pinet 2008:

September 2009

andrew

Tropical fruit notes. Was lighter mouthfeel than white Burgundy. Had as an apertif

Chateau Font-Mars Picpoul de Pinet 2008

Starting at $11^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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