IGP Landes Blanc

History of the IGP Landes appellation

The Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Landes is an appellation that embodies the winemaking essence of this region in the southwest of France. Situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees, this region is traditionally known for its vast pine forests and varied landscapes. The winemaking history of the Landes goes back several centuries, although wine production has never achieved the same renown as in neighboring wine regions such as Bordeaux. However, in recent years, interest in the wines of the Landes has continued to grow. Indeed, the PGI Landes, with its diversity of grape varieties and styles, offers a beautiful range of wines capable of pleasing a wide range of wine lovers, while reflecting the unique character of this region in the southwest of France.

Climate and Terroir of the IGP Landes

Climate: Strongly influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, the climate of the Landes is characterized by mild winters, temperate summers, and relatively high rainfall throughout the year.

Soils: The terroir of the IGP Landes is varied, ranging from fine, acidic sands, typical of the forested region of the Landes de Gascogne, to clay-limestone soils in the more hilly areas. This diversity of terroirs allows the production of wines with diverse aromatic profiles, depending on where the vines are grown.

The Grape Varieties of the IGP Landes

The IGP Landes authorizes a wide variety of grape varieties, allowing winemakers to explore different expressions of their terroir. For red and rosé wines, grape varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Tannat are commonly used, each bringing its own characteristics of flavor and structure. For white wines, Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Gros Manseng are the dominant grape varieties, producing fresh and aromatic wines.

IGP Landes Wine Style

Red Wine: Deep ruby ​​to garnet color. On the nose, IGP Landes red wines offer an aromatic palette rich in red and black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry, cherry), often accompanied by spicy and slightly woody notes. On the palate, these wines are well structured, with supple tannins and balanced acidity, offering a nice length on the finish.

Rosé Wine: IGP Landes rosé wine has a pale pink to salmon color, and is characterized by its freshness and lightness. These rosé wines reveal aromas of fresh red fruits, such as strawberry and raspberry, as well as floral notes. On the palate, these wines are crisp, with a lively acidity that makes them particularly thirst-quenching.

White wine: The IGP Landes produces white wines with a pale yellow color with green highlights. The nose is typically dominated by aromas of white-fleshed fruits (apple, pear), citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit), exotic fruits (passion fruit) and sometimes subtle floral and mineral notes. On the palate, these white wines are lively and refreshing, with a nice acidity that balances their fruitiness.

The best food and wine pairings with an IGP Landes wine

Here are all our recipe ideas for making the best food and wine pairings with a bottle of red, white or rosé wine from an IGP Landes estate or château:

White wine: mussels marinière style, sushi and maki, stir-fried shrimp with ginger

Rosé wine: piperade, Landes salad

Red wine: cassoulet, black pudding with apples, shepherd's pie