Domaine Berthoumieu, La Fé Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh 2025 White

Domaine Berthoumieu’s La Fé is an expressive dry white from Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, one of Southwest France’s distinctive appellations. Made from 80% Gros Manseng and 20% Arrufiac, it combines vibrant freshness, mineral character and generous fruit. Its name refers to a historic hill where the people of Viella rebuilt their village after a devastating plague—an enduring symbol of faith and perseverance.

Tasting Notes
The wine is bright straw yellow with delicate green reflections. Its refined, aromatic nose offers Granny Smith apple, white peach, citrus and exotic fruit, lifted by elegant notes of acacia blossom. On the palate, La Fé is full-bodied and juicy, opening with lively freshness before revealing a subtle mineral core. The finish is long and graceful, with ripe fruit and energetic acidity in excellent balance. It is particularly appealing in its youth, while its freshness and structure should allow it to develop additional complexity over the coming years.

Production
The organically farmed vineyards are planted on cool, stony soils of clay and loess in the Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh region. These conditions encourage slow, even ripening, helping the Gros Manseng and Arrufiac retain their natural acidity while building impressive aromatic intensity. The available information does not specify the harvesting dates or detailed cellar techniques, but the wine’s style reflects a careful focus on preserving freshness, purity and the mineral expression of its terroir.

Food & Serving
A versatile gastronomic white, La Fé is an excellent match for crayfish, shellfish, grilled fish and sushi. It also pairs beautifully with poultry, creamy cheeses and dishes featuring fresh herbs, while its lively character makes it an elegant aperitif. Serve well chilled at approximately 8–10°C. Decanting is not necessary, although a brief airing in the glass can help release its aromatic detail.

Producer
Domaine Berthoumieu is based in the heart of Southwest France, a region celebrated for its distinctive local grape varieties and Atlantic-influenced climate. The wine is associated with the broader work of Lionel Osmin & Cie, a specialist house dedicated to showcasing appellations including Jurançon, Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, Cahors, Gaillac and Bergerac, alongside Armagnac. The group has pursued increasingly sustainable vineyard practices and launched an ambitious tree-planting programme in 2010; by the end of 2018, almost 43,000 trees had been replanted across more than 40 hectares, including areas of the Landes forest.

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