Mary Taylor 'Remi Larroque Gaillacoise' Petillant Naturel, Gaillac, France

The 2022 Mary Taylor 'Rémi Larroque Gaillacoise' Pétillant Naturel, Gaillac, France is a rare sparkling gem born from centuries-old vines, historic terroir, and one of the oldest winemaking regions in France. Made using the méthode ancestrale, an ancient technique that predates Champagne, this Mauzac-based pét-nat is rustic, alluring, and refreshingly alive. It’s a bottle that captures the heartbeat of Gaillac’s hills and the timelessness of tradition in every glass.

Product Details:

• Style: Pétillant Naturel (méthode ancestrale)
• Grape Variety: 100% Mauzac
• Alcohol by Volume: 11%
• Soil Type: Clay and limestone
• Farming Practices: Sustainable, HVE Level 3 Certified
• Fermentation: Native yeast fermentation in stainless steel; bottled before completion
• Disgorgement: Spring following harvest
• Winemaker: Rémi Larroque
• Owner: Mary Taylor

Sensory Description:

This naturally sparkling wine opens with rustic aromas of dried apple peel, pear skin, and a whiff of orchard flowers. On the palate, it’s creamy, slightly frothy, and mouthwatering, full of green apple, honeyed citrus, subtle leesy depth, and a refreshing saline lift. Mauzac’s slow fermentation lends the wine a quiet elegance and lasting energy, while the unfiltered, single-fermentation method preserves its textured, natural vibrancy.

Winemaker's Background:

Rémi and Nathalie Larroque farm their ancient Gaillac estate with deep respect for tradition, biodiversity, and sustainability. The Larroques produce wine in the same farmhouse that’s been in Nathalie’s family since 1540, working with local grapes like Mauzac, Prunel’Art, and Duras. Their vineyards sit on a 360-degree hilltop surrounded by bees, clover, and fava beans, farmed with a light touch and minimal intervention. As collaborators with Mary Taylor Wines, they embody the philosophy of place: crafting expressive, honest wines that reflect their land’s natural character and cultural legacy.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the 2022 'Gaillacoise' well-chilled at 42–46°F. This pét-nat is the perfect apéritif and a versatile pairing for fried appetizers, soft cheeses, charcuterie, or simple seafood dishes like oysters or shrimp with citrus. Its gentle sparkle and orchard-fruit flavors also shine with savory brunch fare or a crisp autumn afternoon.

The 2022 Mary Taylor 'Rémi Larroque Gaillacoise' Pétillant Naturel, Gaillac, France is a vibrant expression of French winemaking heritage, unfussy, unfiltered, and unforgettable. This bottle bridges history and innovation in a single sip, offering freshness, texture, and a joyful sense of place.