2021 Clos Sainte Magdeleine Cassis Blanc

Product description

The ancient fishing village of Cassis has seen its fair share of visitors over the millennia. Greek sailors from Phocaea established the nearby colony of Massalia (modern-day Marseille) in the sixth century BC, bringing their viticultural savvy to the region and planting what are thought to be Provence's first vineyards. In 1936, Cassis gained the distinction of being named among France’s first official AOCs, in the elite company of Tavel and Châteauneuf-du-Pape.   

Fermented with indigeneous yeasts, and aged in stainless steel and 600L French barrels, this traditional Provencal blend - Marsanne 65%, Clairette 15%, Ugni Blanc 15%, Bourboulenc 5% - is rich and full, yet somehow light and minerally with aromas of wild flowers and herbs.   It’s incredibly food-friendly as well as delicious on its own.