{"title":"Domaine Montesquiou","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jurancon-sec-lestela-domaine-montesquiou-2024","title":"Jurancon Sec L'Estela, Domaine Montesquiou 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine Montesquiou is based in Monein, at the heart of the Jurançon appellation in the foothills of the western Pyrenees, where vineyards climb steep south facing slopes between 300 and 450 metres. The estate is run by Stéphane and Léa Montesquiou, who farm a small collection of terraced parcels rooted in poudingue conglomerate and clay limestone soils. All vineyard work is carried out by hand due to the extreme gradients, with grass cover maintained to limit vigour and protect against erosion. Farming is organic, with very low yields and late harvesting to suit the slow ripening character of local varieties. In the cellar, vinification is parcel specific, relying on indigenous yeasts, slow fermentations and neutral vessels to preserve the natural acidity and saline structure that define dry Jurançon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eJurançon Sec L’Estela 2024 comes from a single high altitude parcel planted exclusively to Petit Manseng on a steep south east facing slope above Monein. The 2024 growing season was cool and drawn out, with a late flowering followed by a long autumn that allowed Petit Manseng to reach phenolic maturity while retaining piercing acidity. Harvest took place in several selective passes from late October into November, with each pick targeting freshness rather than richness. The grapes were pressed slowly and fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel to preserve aromatic clarity. Ageing remained reductive, with short lees contact and no oak influence. The wine is incisive and saline, driven by grapefruit, green pineapple, crushed stone and a distinctly bitter citrus finish typical of young Petit Manseng grown at altitude.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eOrigin \u003cstrong\u003eMonein, Jurançon Sec, South West France\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrapes \u003cstrong\u003ePetit Manseng\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eVintage \u003cstrong\u003e2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlcohol \u003cstrong\u003e12.5%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eStyle \u003cstrong\u003eLinear, saline, high acid, precise\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eBottle size \u003cstrong\u003e75cl\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eWinemaking \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic farming, hand harvested in successive passes, slow pressing, native yeast fermentation in stainless steel, short lees ageing, minimal sulphur\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eNotes \u003cstrong\u003eHigh altitude Petit Manseng, bitter citrus edge, mineral tension\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Domaine Montesquiou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55324915204472,"sku":"JURANLES-24-MON-WHI","price":20.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0040\/6070\/8993\/files\/Montesquiou_l_estela.png?v=1760977154"},{"product_id":"jurancon-sec-cuvade-preciouse-domaine-montesquiou-2022","title":"Jurancon Sec Cuvade Preciouse, Domaine Montesquiou 2023","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eDomaine Montesquiou is based in Monein, at the heart of the Jurançon appellation in the foothills of the western Pyrenees, where vineyards climb steep south facing slopes between 300 and 450 metres. The estate is run by Stéphane and Léa Montesquiou, who farm a small collection of terraced parcels rooted in poudingue conglomerate and clay limestone soils. All vineyard work is carried out by hand due to the extreme gradients, with grass cover maintained to limit vigour and protect against erosion. Farming is organic, with very low yields and late harvesting to suit the slow ripening character of local varieties. In the cellar, vinification is parcel specific, relying on indigenous yeasts, slow fermentations and neutral vessels to preserve the natural acidity and saline structure that define dry Jurançon.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eJurançon Sec Cuvade Preciouse 2023 is sourced from a selection of older vine Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng planted on mid slope terraces of poudingue and clay limestone surrounding Monein. The 2023 vintage was warmer and more generous than 2024, producing riper fruit while maintaining balance thanks to cool nights and strong mountain airflow. Harvest was carried out later than for L’Estela, with carefully timed passes to capture both concentration and acidity. Fermentation took place with indigenous yeasts in neutral barrels, followed by extended ageing on fine lees to build texture and complexity without masking site character. The wine shows greater breadth and depth, combining ripe citrus, quince, toasted almond and savoury spice, supported by firm acidity and a long, structured finish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eOrigin \u003cstrong\u003eMonein, Jurançon Sec, South West France\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrapes\u003cstrong\u003e Petit Manseng, Gros Manseng\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eVintage \u003cstrong\u003e2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlcohol\u003cstrong\u003e 13%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eStyle \u003cstrong\u003eTextural, structured, mineral, layered\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eBottle size \u003cstrong\u003e75cl\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eWinemaking\u003cstrong\u003e Organic farming, hand harvested in multiple passes, slow pressing, native yeast fermentation in neutral barrels, extended lees ageing, minimal sulphur\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eNotes \u003cstrong\u003eOld vine concentration, lees depth, classic dry Jurançon structure\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Domaine Montesquiou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55324919791992,"sku":"JURANCUVP-23-MON-WHI","price":24.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0040\/6070\/8993\/files\/Cuvade_preciouse_Montesquiou.png?v=1760977223"}],"url":"https:\/\/sipwines.shop\/collections\/domaine-montesquiou.oembed","provider":"SipWines Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}