Domaine De Souch Jurançon Moelleux Cuvee Marie Kattalin 2017
Domaine De Souch Jurançon Moelleux Cuvee Marie Kattalin 2017
Domaine de Souch Cuvée Marie Kattalin 2017 is a remarkable sweet wine from the acclaimed Jurançon appellation in South West France. Produced exclusively from Petit Manseng grapes grown on the steep, south-facing slopes of the Pyrenean foothills, this biodynamic wine combines richness, concentration and freshness in a beautifully balanced style.
The cuvée is named in honour of Marie Kattalin, Yvonne Hegoburu's granddaughter, and reflects the estate's deeply personal and family-driven history. Domaine de Souch, founded by Yvonne Hegoburu in 1987, has become one of Jurançon's most respected producers, farming its vineyards biodynamically since 1994 and producing wines that showcase the purity of this unique terroir.
The fruit for Marie Kattalin is harvested by hand during the second half of November, allowing the Petit Manseng grapes to develop intense concentration through passerillage on the vine. Slow pressing is followed by fermentation that begins in tank and finishes in oak barrels, before ageing for 18 months in French oak to build complexity and texture.
Tasting Notes
Rich and intensely aromatic, with layers of candied citrus, apricot, pineapple, honey and dried stone fruits. The palate is luscious yet vibrant, with Petit Manseng's signature acidity providing freshness and precision. Complex, elegant and exceptionally long, this is a sweet wine of remarkable balance and ageing potential.
Vineyard & Terroir
Region: Jurançon, South West France
Producer: Domaine de Souch
Vintage: 2017
Altitude: 332 metres
South-facing hillside vineyards overlooking the Pyrenees
Clay and limestone soils with distinctive "Poudingue" puddingstone formations
Certified Biodynamic since 1994
Hand harvested
Low-yield vineyard management
Grape Variety
100% Petit Manseng
Winemaking
Late-harvest fruit picked during advanced passerillage
Hand harvested and carefully sorted
Indigenous yeast fermentation
Fermentation begins in tank and finishes in oak barrels
Aged for 18 months in French oak
Partially de-stemmed fruit
Direct pressed
Three rackings during maturation
No fining
Light filtration only
No added sulphites
Total sulphites: 58 mg/L
Food Pairing
Outstanding with foie gras, blue cheese, fruit-based desserts, tarte tatin, crème brûlée and roasted stone fruits. It also pairs beautifully with spicy Asian cuisine, duck dishes and rich pâtés.
Why You'll Love It
100% Petit Manseng from one of Jurançon's leading producers
Certified biodynamic and organically farmed
Exceptional balance of sweetness, freshness and acidity
Made with indigenous yeast and minimal intervention
Suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians
Excellent cellaring potential for 15+ years