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IGP Pays d'Aude · Pinot Noir
DOMAINE DE CAZABANParti Pris Pinot Noir 2022
In the limestone folds of Montolieu, a deliberate choice guides this Pinot Noir: gentle handling, a native fermentation, and the confidence to step back and let the site speak for itself.
Thailand · Product information
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- Wine type
- Dry red wine
- Grape
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Appellation
- IGP Pays d'Aude
- Origin
- Montolieu, Aude, Languedoc, France
- Drinking window
- 2023–2028
- Recommended temperature
- 17°C
- Alcohol
- 13% ABV
- Bottle size
- 750 ml
About the Wine
Domaine de Cazaban farms this cuvée from a limestone parcel in Montolieu, on the southern edge of the Montagne Noire near Carcassonne. Parti Pris is released under IGP Pays d'Aude and built from 100% Pinot Noir, a variety chosen deliberately for this particular site.
The winemaking follows a gentle, hands-off approach: partial whole-cluster fermentation, gravity movement, native yeasts, and aging in Stockinger demi-muid barrels, resulting in a wine certified Vin Méthode Nature.
Taste profile
In the glass
PARTI PRIS PINOT NOIR 2022
Scale1–5
BG wine structure estimate
Comparative profile within the Bacchus Global wine range.
Subtle red fruit and cherry
Balanced, with a persistent finish carrying a light touch of oak
Cherry-tinted red
Before it reaches the glass
Temperature
17°C
Timing
Best enjoyed within the near to medium term, roughly through 2028
Glassware
Medium-bowled Burgundy or Pinot Noir glass
Question 1
Which grapes are listed in the product facts?
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Aligoté Doré 100%
- Chenin Blanc 100%
Read the answer and explanation
Correct answer: A — 100% Pinot Noir
The linked part of this page lists 100% Pinot Noir.
Read the relevant passageQuestion 2
Which appellation is listed in the product facts?
- AOC Chablis Grand Cru
- IGP Pays d’Aude
- AOC Bourgogne Tonnerre
Read the answer and explanation
Correct answer: B — IGP Pays d’Aude
The linked part of this page lists IGP Pays d’Aude.
Read the relevant passageQuestion 3
Which origin is listed in the product facts?
- Chablis, Yonne, Burgundy, France
- Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France
- Montolieu, Aude, Languedoc, France
Read the answer and explanation
Correct answer: C — Montolieu, Aude, Languedoc, France
The linked part of this page lists Montolieu, Aude, Languedoc, France.
Read the relevant passageAt the table
This wine pairs well with delicate, herb-forward dishes, provided the preparation stays light rather than heavily spiced or charred.
Because structure remains soft and fruit stays fresh, dishes with bold spice or heavy char can overwhelm it; the better matches lean into umami, fresh herbs and light sauces.
Japanese
- Duck roast with a light tare glaze
- Chicken jibuni
- Lightly marinated tuna (zuke)
Why it worksThe wine's delicate red fruit and soft tannins sit comfortably alongside these umami-forward, gently seasoned preparations without overpowering them.
Thai
- Gai yang (mild grilled chicken)
- Moo nam tok (mild herb salad)
- Larb gai (mild version)
Why it worksHerb-driven, lightly seasoned Thai dishes echo the wine's fresh fruit character; very spicy preparations are best avoided as they can overwhelm its structure.
Western
- Fresh goat cheese
- Salmon gravlax with herbs
- Poultry in a light sauce
Why it worksThese pairings suit the wine's balanced structure and soft tannins, matching fresh, delicate flavors.
From cellar to bottle
Winemaking
Grapes are vinified with roughly half whole clusters and half destemmed fruit, moved by gravity rather than pumping, and macerated for about eight days to preserve delicacy before aging in Stockinger demi-muid barrels.
Product detail
Fermentation proceeds spontaneously with native yeasts; the wine is unfined, unfiltered, bottled at the end of April, and carries Vin Méthode Nature certification with no added sulphites and residual sugar under 1 g/L.
Origin & Terroir
The estate sits on the southern slopes of the Montagne Noire, roughly ten kilometers from Carcassonne — a broader estate setting within which this cuvée draws specifically from the limestone parcel at Montolieu.
Official producer website→Certification
Vin Méthode Nature · Vin Méthode Nature
Organic Practice & Natural Winemaking
This bottling carries organic labeling together with Vin Méthode Nature certification, reflecting spontaneous fermentation and no added sulphites during vinification.
Trade information
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