2023 Estate Picpoul Blanc, Camledge Vineyard
In French, Picpoul literally translates to “lip stinger.” Picpoul Blanc's high acidity makes a very crisp, food-friendly wine. Our elegant Hill Country Picpoul Blanc is polished and balanced with a clean, layered finish.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Picpoul Blanc
Appellation
Texas Hill Country
Harvest Date
July 29, 2023
Bottling Date
May 2024
Alcohol %
12.4
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Floral aromas mingle with flavors of pear, Granny Smith apple, lemon zest, pineapple, and green melon
Awards
Silver – 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Vine 2 Wine International Wine Competition
Vineyard Notes
Camledge Vineyard is located in Center Point, Texas. 1,605 feet elevation with limestone rubble soils.
Winemaker Notes
Picpoul Blanc is one of the most versatile grape varieties because of its ability to make outstanding wines in various styles. Because of its structure, it is frequently described as the white wine for red wine drinkers.
Food Pairing Notes
Chilean sea bass with lemon butter sauce, prosciutto and brie on a baguette, crab and avocado salad, herb roasted chicken, white chili, sushi, smoked pork chops, pasta with grilled shrimp and pesto, white clam pizza, salmon with capers and butter
Production
198 cases
Other Notes
Bending Branch Winery introduced Picpoul Blanc to Texas in 2009 and produced its first Estate Picpoul Blanc in 2011.