{"title":"Domaine Castéra","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDomaine \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eCastéra\u003c\/span\u003e , the inspired balance between the Pyrenees and the ocean\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e From the foothills of Béarn to sustainable agriculture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Anchored to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonein\u003c\/strong\u003e , the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eCastera\u003c\/span\u003e Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etoday extends over approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 hectares of vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the name\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJurançon\u003c\/strong\u003e , between the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePyrenees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand the \u003cstrong\u003eAtlantic\u003c\/strong\u003e , a unique geographical feature that profoundly influences its wines. The family\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLihour\u003c\/strong\u003e , spanning five generations since 1885, manages a business focused on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic and biodynamic farming\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a careful, plot-by-plot approach. The estate cultivates the following grape varieties:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGros Manseng, Petit Manseng and Petit Courbu\u003c\/strong\u003e , on varied soils mixing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclay, silica and puddingstone\u003c\/strong\u003e , in southwest exposures conducive to balanced maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Living wines, sensitive winemaking, and plot identities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The grape harvest has been completed.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy hand\u003c\/strong\u003e , the pressing is slow, without crushing, and the fermentations use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e . The estate avoids excessive intervention: the cultures are raised in suitable containers —\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks, demi-muids, stoneware eggs, old barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— to preserve the fruit's energy and the terroir's freshness. Each of the cuvées (Jurançon Sec, Tauzy, Memória, etc.) is a showcase of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eliving wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e: they evoke silky textures, mineral notes and subtle elegance, with a fine compromise between maturity and tension — a true reflection of the unique Béarn foothills.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"autres-pentes-2024-domaine-castera","title":"Autres Pentes 2024 - Domaine Castéra","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼🌾White wine produced by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/domaine-castera?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=castera\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Domaine Castéra\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDomaine Castéra\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cuvée comes from steep, southeast-facing slopes, where Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng grapes draw their intensity. The grapes, harvested at perfect ripeness, are gently pressed and aged for an extended period on fine lees, without any oenological additives. The nose blends white peach, candied lemon, and a hint of smoke. On the palate, the wine is ample and generous, supported by a crisp acidity and a saline touch that lengthens the finish. A dry Jurançon of character, both sun-drenched and taut, a true reflection of its vibrant slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍Region: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eJurançon\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (South-West)\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape varieties: Petit \u0026amp; Gros Manseng\u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2024\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol content: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Castéra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56233079505271,"sku":"CASTERAAUPE24","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/4aafdd55bbf250db5396637966ad004c.png?v=1763974129"},{"product_id":"jurancon-sec-xxiii-2023-domaine-castera","title":"Jurançon Sec \"XXIII\" 2023 - Domaine Castéra","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼🌾White wine produced by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/domaine-castera?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=castera\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Castera\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDomaine Castéra\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the clay-siliceous slopes of southern Béarn, the XXIII 2023 combines the vivacity of Gros Manseng with the depth of Petit Manseng. The vines, caressed by the Pyrenean winds, yield a crystalline, taut juice, perfectly balanced. Vinified and aged on fine lees in stainless steel tanks and then in oak barrels, with no additives other than light protection, this dry Jurançon exudes freshness. The nose evokes citrus, boxwood, and acacia blossom; the palate, precise and defined, lingers on a saline and persistent finish. A vibrant, precise wine, bursting with energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍Region: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eJurançon\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (South-West)\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape varieties: Gros Manseng \u0026amp; Petit Manseng\u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2023\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol content: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Castéra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56233080488311,"sku":"CASTERAJUSE23","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/85275263a4ccdb846462cc45b1c1220e.png?v=1763974152"}],"url":"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en-eu\/collections\/domaine-castera.oembed","provider":"Marée Haute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}