Most wine consumers expect to pay $8.99 for a mass-produced wine with a generic label, which makes the $8.99 estate-produced red, white and rosé wines from domain Pellehaut unique and the best value ever!

Our ABC wine team visited Domaine Pellehaut in Gascony, Southwestern France, for the first time this year in the days after Vinexpo 2013. Gascony is home to Armagnac Brandy, foie gras and local medieval fortified villages called bastides.

Martin and Mathieu Béraut, are the two brothers at the reins of this large 180 hectares, 300-years-old family wine estate, one of the oldest vineyards in the Gers department. The domain also produces a range of Armagnacs and has a cattle farm as well--all this in the harmony of a rich surrounding biodiversity.

The following three wines from Domaine Pellehaut are currently available at ABC Fine Wine & Spirits for the incredible sale price of $8.99 (regular $9.99):

The 2012 Harmonie de Gascogne white is a blend of sauvignon, colombard, ugni blanc, chardonnay, gros manseng and petit manseng grown on clay and limestone soil. Only indigenous yeast (six equally dominant strains) is used for the fermentation. The wine delights the senses with its aromatic intensity; tropical fruit, ripe citrus and white flowers notes are balanced by refreshing acidity. Enjoy as aperitif or with variety of seafood dishes and goat cheese. This is the perfect refresher for Florida’s hot summer days.

The 2010 Harmonie de Gascogne rosé, a blend of merlot, cabernet, tannat and syrah exhibits raspberry pink color and aromas and flavors of strawberries, raspberries and lavender. Enjoy with grilled meats, grilled vegetables, fish and mixed salads. 

The 2011 Harmonie de Gascognered, a blend of merlot, cabernet and tannat exhibits bright ruby color with purple hues; the palate is round, pleasant and supple with aromas of cherries, blackcurrant, wild strawberry and spice. This medium- to light-bodied red is best served lightly chilled. Pair with grilled red meats, stews and aged cheeses.

Atanas Nechkov, ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Wine Supervisor

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