Mas Olivier, Faugères Blanc, Languedoc Roussillon, France, 2023

Producer Profile

The story of Mas Olivier officially began in 1982, the date Faugères gained its AOP classification.

However, the unique terroir, landscape and the people who have shaped its history go back far longer. Back in 1959, a group of like-minded wine growers with a vision to create high-quality wines joined forces. Today, their co-operative produces more than half of Faugères bottled wines and is well regarded for its quality. Vineyards that face the Mediterranean sea but are some 300m above sea level enable Faugères to benefit from the long summer sunshine but with heavier spring and autumn rainfall, and cooler temperatures than are found elsewhere in the Languedoc. With a philosophy of lutte raisonnée, and where possible adherence to organic principles, this compelling Languedoc winery offers wines that are generous, with plentiful ripe fruit, value and character.

Viticulture

These 100% schist soils are located on the foothills of the Cévennes, looking to the South. They benefit from abundant sunshine combined with cool summer nights, to create wines with elevated expression.

Winemaking

Fermentation in concrete tanks, followed by lees contact and battonage over a three month period to give greater texture.

Tasting Note

Expressive notes of ripe melon, orange blossom and lively citrus. Harmonious, balanced and finishing with an appealing lick of acidity

Food Matching

Delicious to be drunk on its own, or with roast chicken, grilled fish and Mediterranean vegetables