Petite Manseng!

Has anyone else discovered this grape? I've tried four different wines from Jurancon and one from Pacherenc du Vic-bilh and have really liked them. The wine I'm drinking now is a Pacherenc du vic-bihl by Domaine Laffont, tasted over the last 4 days- explosive honey and yellow fruits with minerals and vanilla, quite sweet but with stong acidity that keeps the flavors singing- long honey and mineral finish. Best of the group so far. Next to Riesling this has to be my favorite grape. Why is it so obscure?

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kenneth mccoy
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How do you think pet manseng might do in the sierra foothills? We are growing Zin right now, our last vintage has won two gold medals so far. We have hot summers and our elevation is 2100 feet. It seems like it might do well. Wish I could be there in S.W. France- MMM Monbazillac!

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kenneth mccoy

I figure I'll stick with Zin, we have enough trouble with it. Besides it gives me the chance to try all different S.W. France wines. Cheers!

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kenneth mccoy

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