Jean-Marc Grussaute has successfully propelled this little Jurançon gem of a domaine to the top tier of the appellation with his eclectic output of dry and sweet white wines. The story goes that this domaine acquired in 1900 only began to cultivate vines in 1970, when Petit and Gros Manseng varieties were introduced. Jean-Marc Grussaute came to the family domaine 1988 to help out his mother. Today he has a dozen staff of his own. He uses organic techniques, and achieved certification in 2007. The grapes are harvested by hand and yields are small. In the vineyard and cellars, he focuses on letting the terroir express itself perfectly. This is a quintessential Pyrenean domaine which the iDealwine team wholeheartedly endorses, having sampled its wines on more than one occasion!

A blend of raisined Petit and Gros Manseng grapes, this sweet Jurançon has been matured for six months on fine lees in 225-litre casks. Its beautiful golden appearance precedes a highly indulgent bouquet in which notes of exotic fruit, quince, apricot and honey rub shoulders. The palate is perfectly poised, offering a subtle combination of roundness, freshness and indulgence. Allow us to suggest a few surprising (but divine) pairings such as blue cheese, roasted poultry or spicy cuisine.