Les Collines du Bourdic is an award-winning Languedoc winery dating back to 1928. Located 25km north of Nîmes, in the foothills of the Cévennes mountain range and bathed by the Mediterranean sun, it is one of the oldest and largest co-operatives in the south of France.
With around 1,700 hectares of vines from 100 winegrowers, the co-op makes wines covering AOP Duché d'Uzès, IGP Gard, IGP Cévennes, IGP Pays d'Oc and IGP Coteaux du Pont du Gard.
Making a diverse range of wines from many traditional Mediterranean grape varieties, as well as international ones, the cool Cévennes mountain air helps the grapes retain their freshness and vitality.
Their latest releases, new for 2023 and made under the new SOL&RIVE IGP Coteaux du Pont du Gard label, are a white and rosé. Both these wines are fresh and expressive, ideal for picnics and summer aperitifs.
Grapes: 50% Grenache, 50% Marselan.
Colour: Very pale pink with a touch of orange.
Nose: Aromatic with notes of Gala melon 🍈, Granny Smith apple peel 🍏, touches of sour cherry 🍒 and redcurrants plus a hint of sage 🌿.
Palate: Mouth-wateringly fresh with good acidity, a saline kick 🧂, fruity notes of citrus and red berry 🍓 with a savoury edge, a touch of spice and a long, mineral finish 🪨 🪨.
Food pairings: Cold cuts of white meat, fish goujons, tandoori lamb 🍖, fried calamari 🦑, onion bhajis.
Grapes: 50% Grenache, 50% Colombard.
Appearance: Pale yellow with a hint of light green.
Nose: Floral 💐 with notes of citrus 🍋, pear 🍐, apple 🍏 and kiwi 🥝.
Palate: Fresh and light-bodied, with notes of lemon 🍋, green pear 🍐, green apple 🍏 and a touch of tropical fruit 🍹 with palate-cleansing acidity and minerality 🪨.
Food pairings: Summer salads 🥗, sweet and sour chicken 🐔 🍲, cold cuts of white meat, creamy goats cheese 🐐 🧀 or just great for drinking on its own!
These wines are not currently available in the UK, but perhaps one day soon, they will be! In the meantime, you can find Les Collines du Bourdic Heritage Viognier 2021 from Strictly Wine at a reduced price of £10.61 per bottle in a case of six or twelve.
