DOMAINE MICHEL GAUNOUX EARL

ORIGIN Red Wine Bordeaux Supérieur Château Picon 2020 The earliest references to the foundation of the Seigneurie de Picon vineyard date back to 1070. For nine centuries, the estate has rarely changed ownership, reflecting a tradition of preserving its land heritage. Over the years, the vineyard has been gradually replanted, and the winery has been fully renovated and adapted to modern vinification techniques. Château Picon is located in the commune of Eynesse, near the bastide of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande. The majestic 81-hectare estate is perched on a plateau overlooking the Dordogne Valley. It benefits from an exceptional terroir, characterized by a gravelly surface soil and clay-limestone subsoil. Château Picon is certified as Agriculture Raisonnée (Reasoned Agriculture). GRAPE VARIETIES 60% Merlot 40% Cabernet Sauvignon AWARDS 2021: Gold Medal – Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2023

ORIGIN Red Wine of France Château Cazeau boasts a magnificent Girondine chartreuse, whose origins date back to the 16th century. It is ideally located in Gornac, along one of the oldest routes of the Entre-Deux-Mers region, just a few kilometers east of Sauveterre de Guyenne. Its vineyard spans over 300 hectares, benefiting from an exceptional location on clay-limestone hillsides reaching an altitude of 110 meters, with predominantly southern exposure. The vines, planted all around the château, are thoughtfully distributed between red and white grape varieties according to the terroirs. With an average age of 35 years, the vines are carefully cultivated using traditional methods, with respect for the environment. The large winery is equipped with all modern facilities (temperature control, pneumatic presses, micro-oxygenation) necessary for producing fine wines.

ORIGIN Red Wine Bordeaux Supérieur Château Guillaume Blanc, located a few kilometers from Sainte-Foy-la-Grande, at the edge of Gironde, has been established since the 16th century. The name of the estate refers to the former master of the property, Guilhaume Blanc, who was elected consul of the famous neighboring bastide of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande in 1562, a stronghold for trade with England. Château Guillaume Blanc features a charming chartreuse-style building. Its vineyard now spans 65 hectares, fragmented into a myriad of plots. The estate benefits from a complex and unique terroir, where the gravelly sections are planted with Cabernet varieties, and the clay-limestone slopes are planted with Merlot. The viticultural practices are environmentally friendly and certified as Agriculture Raisonnée (Reasoned Agriculture). These characteristics contribute to the production of balanced, ample, and structured wines, available in a variety of cuvées.

ORIGIN Rosé wine from France Let yourself be surprised by this frosty rosé! It will charm you with its freshness and indulgence, enhanced by a hint of sweetness. Best enjoyed very cold with a few ice cubes. It is ideal as an aperitif and will add a touch of originality to all your summer dishes. WINEMAKING Traditional with direct pressing and low-temperature fermentation to preserve aromatic potential and freshness. GRAPE VARIETY 100% Grenache TASTING Pale and bright pink color. Fresh and intense nose. Light on the palate, fine, tender, and indulgent with expressive aromas of red fruits and citrus. FOOD & WINE PAIRINGS A pleasure wine, fine and light, Rosé On Ice is the ideal companion for sunny aperitifs and pairs wonderfully with summer salads and grilled dishes. Serve with ice cubes or even crushed ice! AWARDS 2015: Gold Medal at Gilbert & Gaillard 2016.