If there’s a single word that captures the 2023 Château Massiac, Pays d’Oc Viognier, it’s radiance. This wine, grown in the sun-drenched foothills near the Mediterranean, is a testament to the Boudouresques family’s commitment to organic viticulture and their reverence for the land’s ancient history—one that stretches back to Roman times.

The Viognier grapes are harvested in the cool, early morning, preserving their delicate aromatics. Fermentation and aging take place in stainless steel tanks, with the wine resting on its fine lees and receiving gentle batonnage. The result is a Viognier that is both vibrant and textured, with yields kept moderate (about 50 hectoliters per hectare) to ensure concentration and purity.

Why You'll Love It:

• An interplay of freshness and opulence—apricot, white peach, and honeysuckle, yet crisp and dry on the palate is crisp,
• A subtle mineral thread of the limestone and clay soils, that gives the wine a sense of place and poise.
• A wine that feels both ancient and modern: evoking the wild herbs and sun-baked stones of the Languedoc, yet crafted with a precision

How To Serve It:

• Serve chilled in a white wine stem
• A natural match for dishes featuring fruit components, such as roasted chicken with apricot glaze or duck with figs