Domaine Cauhape, Noblesse Temps, Jurancon

A very-late harvest Petit Manseng harvested in several tries in November and December. Fermented and aged for 18 months in new oak barrels. 14,5% alcohol. Youthful and concentrated lemon-yellow color with a luminous neon-green core. Very rich, intense and complex nose with powerful, youthful aromas of honey, buttery oak, vegetal asparagus tones, some leafy greenness, a little bit of caramel oak, light whitecurrant marmalade tones, a hint of apple sauce and a touch of cloudberry jam. The wine is full-bodied, …

The last of 40+ bottles this evening and few notes: Good balance between sweetness and acidity. Dried tropical fruits. Fresh finish.