Paul Marie & Fils, Pineau des Charentes, Vieux White Fut No 9

Paul Marie & Fils approaches Pineau des Charentes through a rigorous commitment to site-specific viticulture, eschewing industrial shortcuts in favor of long-term soil health and minimal intervention. Sourced from the chalky, limestone-rich soils of the Grande Champagne, the base wine is fortified with estate-distilled Cognac, ensuring total control over the integrity of the raw materials from harvest to cellar. The resulting spirit is aged in old oak, a decision that facilitates controlled oxidative stability without imparting dominant wood influence or masking the underlying mineral density. This structural approach yields a focused, high-toned wine defined by persistent acidity and a precise, layered mid-palate that reflects the unique geological characteristics of the cru.