Introduction: Mont Gravet is a négociant label sourcing from top vineyards and artisanal growers across the Gascony region of Southwest France — a tribute to the terroir it celebrates. The name tells the story directly: "Mont" for the south-facing hillside slopes where the grapes are grown, and "Gravet" for the oval-shaped rolled pebbles, or gravets, that characterize the area's clay-pebble soils. Côtes de Gascogne is one of France's most reliably crowd-pleasing everyday white wine categories — a sun-drenched region between the Atlantic influence to the west and the Mediterranean to the east that has built a global reputation on aromatic, crisp, and generously fruited whites at very accessible prices.

Terroir: The vines are grown on south-facing hillsides near Toulouse in the Gers department of Gascony, where a dual-influence climate — warm, sunny days from the Mediterranean east, and cooling Atlantic mists from the west — provides the conditions for ripe yet fresh, aromatic grapes. The clay soils studded with rolled pebbles (the eponymous gravets) force deep root development, contributing to the wine's freshness and mineral character. Colombard, the region's native workhorse variety, thrives here for its ability to retain bracing acidity even in Gascony's warm conditions, while Sauvignon Blanc contributes aromatic lift and green fruit freshness.

Appearance: Pale, bright yellow with clean, limpid clarity and a light, fluid viscosity in the glass.

Nose: Vibrant and expressive — pear, grapefruit, and lychee open the bouquet with genuine intensity, followed by citrus blossom, tropical pineapple and mango, and a touch of blackcurrant leaf. Fresh and inviting throughout, with a flinty mineral quality that anchors the fruit and keeps the aromatics from tipping into sweetness.

Palate: Refreshing, juicy, and well-balanced — citrus fruit, pear, and lychee carry through from the nose with crisp yet slightly creamy texture from the Colombard. Sauvignon Blanc contributes a green, zesty lift and bright acidity that keeps the wine lively and thirst-quenching from start to finish. At 4g/L residual sugar it is perceptibly off-dry but tastes clean and dry in context of its natural acidity. Genuinely easy-drinking without being simple.

Finish: Clean, mineral-tinged, and refreshing — citrus and a flinty stone character lingering pleasantly through a short but satisfying close. Bright to the end.

Food Pairings:
🥩 Meat: Grilled shrimp with lemon herb butter, seared scallops, or chicken salad with fresh herbs and a light vinaigrette
🥦 Vegetarian: Goat cheese and herb tart, light summer salads with citrus dressing, or zucchini pasta with lemon and Parmesan
🧀 Charcuterie Board: Fresh chèvre, mild Brie, cornichons, smoked almonds, and sliced green apple

Overall Impression: The 2024 Mont Gravet Blanc is the Côtes de Gascogne in its most honest and crowd-pleasing form — a no-fuss, vibrant, and genuinely refreshing everyday white that delivers more character than its price suggests. It is the kind of wine that earns its reputation not through complexity but through reliability, versatility, and the simple pleasure of drinking it cold on a warm afternoon. Serve well-chilled at 46–50°F; drink now and drink young.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 11.5%
Farming Practices: Multi-grower sourcing from selected hillside vineyards in the Gers department; sustainable viticulture; south-facing clay and rolled-pebble (gravet) soils
Producer Name: Mont Gravet (négociant label; Gascony, South West France)
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: France
Region: IGP Côtes de Gascogne, South West France — Gascony (Gers department), near Toulouse
Grape Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc 50%, Colombard 50% (blend may vary by vintage; verify on bottle)
Vintage: 2024
Wine Style: Dry White (off-dry at 4g/L residual sugar) — Light-bodied, aromatic, and fruit-forward, with a lively citrus and tropical fruit Gascony profile. Approachable and food-versatile; built entirely for immediate enjoyment.
White Winemaking Techniques: Temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to preserve fresh aromatics; unoaked; early bottling to retain freshness and fruit purity
Pack Size: 750ml
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Screwcap