Domaine Castera “Autres Pentes” Jurançon Sec 2023
Short Summary:A crisp, elegant dry white from Jurançon, Southwest France, made with local Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng grapes, showing citrus, stone fruit, and floral notes, bright acidity, and a refreshing finish — perfect for seafood, salads, or light dishes.
About this wine
Domaine Castera “Autres Pentes” Jurançon Sec 2023 is a small-batch, minimal-intervention white from the Jurançon appellation in Southwest France. Crafted to highlight freshness, precision, and the unique character of local Manseng varieties, this wine is expressive, versatile, and ideal for both food pairing and enjoying on its own.
Tasting notes
Light- to medium-bodied, with aromas of lemon, white peach, and subtle floral notes. The palate is lively and crisp, with bright acidity and a clean, persistent finish, making it refreshing and highly drinkable.
Style & winemaking
Produced using low-intervention, hands-off winemaking techniques, this Jurançon Sec emphasizes natural fruit expression and terroir character. Gentle handling preserves freshness, aromatics, and elegant structure.
Food pairing
Pairs beautifully with:
Fresh seafood and shellfish
Light salads and vegetable dishes
Soft cheeses and tapas
Casual lunches and relaxed gatherings
Producer & region
Crafted by Domaine Castera, a boutique French producer focused on terroir-driven, expressive wines. This dry white reflects Jurançon’s unique terroir, vibrant acidity, and aromatic finesse.
Shipping & storage
Store in a cool, dark place, ideally at 10–14°C. Best enjoyed within 2–3 years to maintain freshness, aromatics, and lively character.
FAQs
Q: What is the grape variety?A: Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng.
Q: Should this wine be chilled?A: Yes, serve chilled at 10–14°C for optimal freshness and aromatics.
Q: Can it be cellared?A: Best enjoyed young within 2–3 years to preserve its bright, lively character.
From the Caubeigt and Tauzy vineyards. Hand-picked fruit is slowly whole bunch pressed and fermented with indigenous yeast. Vinification and ageing takes places in a mix of 50% vats, and 50% used oak containers of varying sizes.
Franck Lihour of Domaine Castera is part of a new generation of vignerons in the Jurançon AOC of South-West France, that are determined to showcase just how good their terroir is. Located in Monein, one of the most highly regarded villages in Jurançon, the Domaine has been in the Lihour family since 1885 when it was purchased by Franck’s great grandfather.
After studying viticulture and oenology in Bordeaux and completing vintages all around the world Franck returned home and took over from this father in 2014. The first thing he did was to convert to organics. As of the 2021 vintage Domaine Castera is certified organic, with biodynamic farming practices in place and a plan to be certified biodynamic in the near future.
