Last of the Summer Wine Box (Newstalk)

What I love most about this stunning pét-nat is the rich, creamy mousse—it’s miles ahead of every other pét-nat and Prosecco at this price point. Expect zesty citrus,...

What I love most about this stunning pét-nat is the rich, creamy mousse—it’s miles ahead of every other pét-nat and Prosecco at this price point. Expect zesty citrus, crisp green apples, and ripe pears, all lifted by a fine, elegant fizz that brings incredible texture and balance. There’s a touch of natural sweetness, but it’s beautifully countered by zippy acidity, making it dangerously easy to drink. Domaine Albert de Conti is a family-run organic estate in Saint-Julien d’Eymet, Bergerac, where Guillaume and Paulin de Conti have breathed new life into their grandfather’s vineyards. Farming 30 hectares organically, they work with biodynamic and agroforestry principles to enhance soil health and vine balance. This pét-nat, made from 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Sémillon, is crafted with a low-intervention approach, completing fermentation in bottle to create a naturally sparkling wine that’s bursting with energy and freshness.

From grapes grown on lower hillsides that ripen more slowly than other plots, these wines traditionally serve as local house wines—a beloved Roussillon custom. These m...

From grapes grown on lower hillsides that ripen more slowly than other plots, these wines traditionally serve as local house wines—a beloved Roussillon custom. These more vigorous vines of varied grape varieties aren't suitable for DOC varietal wines but instead produce table wines with lower alcohol content, lighter colour and abundant fruitiness—ideal for family meals. This wine presents a light ruby red colour with brilliant reflections. The nose offers spicy and subtle fruit notes. On the palate, it's supple, fresh and light with a slight spiciness and pleasant balance.