Tessier 2023 VDF "Phil' en Bulle" Pet Nat

The Tessier "Phil'en Bulle" is a fabuous Pet Nat (Methode Ancestrale - one fermentation that finishes in the bottle) made from 80% Romorantin and 20% Menu Pineau (Orbois) - two of our favorite grapes!  The wine is bottled after one year sur lie, with minimal sulfur. The 2023 version is sensational as usual, showing a pale gold color and vibrant aromas of citrus, honey, almond, and pear with herbal notes. The palate is round, dense and brisk, with citrus peel, almond, white fruits and caramel with herbal notes. The finish is long and refreshing. Nicely low alcohol at 11.23% with just a hint of RS at 3.23 gr/l and very low SO2. Serve this terrific Pet Nat with just about anything, it's a perfect aperitif and it makes an outrageous French 75!