Mas del Périé - Fabien Jouves Skin Contact Blanc Bio 2024 white

Mas del Périé’s Skin Contact Blanc is a vibrant orange wine from Fabien Jouves, made with a blend of Muscat d’Alexandrie, Colombard, Gros Manseng and Ugni Blanc. Fermented with extended skin contact and produced organically with minimal intervention, it offers a gently coloured, textured alternative to conventional white wine.

Tasting Notes
The wine typically pours a pale golden to light amber shade and may show a natural haze, reflecting its unfiltered, low-intervention style. On the nose, expect expressive aromas of ripe yellow fruit, citrus peel and floral Muscat, complemented by subtle leesy and gently fermentative notes. The palate is fresh yet textured, with the grip and mild tannic structure associated with skin-contact whites. Juicy fruit, orange zest and a lightly savoury character lead to a bright, dry finish. It is best enjoyed in its youth, although its structure and acidity should allow it to develop additional complexity over the next few years.

Production
The grapes are organically farmed in the limestone-rich landscapes around Trespoux-Rassiels in southwest France, an area better known for the distinctive, mineral-driven wines of Cahors. The white varieties are fermented with their skins, allowing colour, aroma and texture to be extracted before the wine is bottled with minimal intervention. It is made without added oenological products and with only minimal sulphur at bottling; natural sediment and cloudiness are therefore part of its character.

Food & Serving
Serve lightly chilled at around 10–12°C, rather than ice cold, to allow the wine’s aromatic and textural qualities to emerge. It pairs particularly well with spiced vegetable dishes, Moroccan or Middle Eastern cuisine, roast poultry, grilled fish, soft washed-rind cheeses and charcuterie. Decanting is not essential, but a short time in a carafe can help open the wine; if sediment is present, handle the bottle gently and avoid shaking it unless you prefer a fuller, more integrated texture.

Producer
Mas del Périé is the estate of Fabien Jouves, based in Trespoux-Rassiels near Cahors. Jouves is recognised for expressive, low-intervention wines that highlight the limestone soils and natural character of the region, working with both traditional Cahors varieties and adventurous cuvées such as this skin-contact white. His organic approach and focus on minimal cellar intervention have made Mas del Périé an important name among the modern generation of southwest French producers.

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