‘Argiles’ Blanc, Domaine Saint Gayan

Refreshing Piquepoul based blend from the Rhône

The 34 hectare Domaine Saint Gayan holds 12 hectares in the Meffre family’s home village of Gigondas and is now run largely by Julie Meffre and her husband Christian Yves Carré de Lusançay. The Meffres have been vignerons at Gigondas since the 17th Century and have played a key role in the success of the appellation. Roger Meffre (Julie’s grandfather) was president of the Syndicat des Vignerons de Gigondas and was instrumental in winning Appellation Contrôllée status for Gigondas.

Argiles Blanc is a refreshing white made with majority Piquepoul, balanced out by Grenache Blanc and Bourboulenc. They chose a blend of Piquepoul for its acidity, golden hue and minerality, Bourboulenc for its intensely fruity aromas, and Grenache Blanc to add structure and weight. Crisp and mineral, with a nose of white flowers and citrus. Lovely zing on the palate with hints of white peach and grapefruit.

Colour – White
Producer – Domaine Saint Gayan
Country – France
Region – Rhône
Vegan – No
ABV – 13%
Grapes – Piquepoul, Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc
Vintage – 2023
Sustainability – Non-Organic
Female Winemaker – Yes
Food Pairings – Fish, Shellfish, Oysters