Ep 576: Olivier Bourdet-Pees, Plaimont Oenologist and MD , Plaimont Series, 1/2

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We kick things off today in the company of Olivier Bourdet-Pees, Plaimont Oenologist and MD 

(00:00:08) Plaimont Six Wine Stories intro

(00:02:23) Plaimont Origin Story

(00:12:22) Plaimont Territory and Cultural Terroir: Pioneers in Establishment of the Co-op, 

How growers become members, Challenges to keep young generation in the area,  Loss of Biodiversity in vineyards contrasted with tradition of ampelography and vine conservatory in the region

(00:38:10) Geography - Virtual tour and description of growing sites, Local Climate and microclimates

(00:46:43) Geology - Diverse patchwork of soils in the region

(00:50:48) Viticulture and Winemaking - Choice of range of wines to be made from this diversity

(00:53:23) Wines tasting begins:

1. Gros Manseng

2. Château de Crouseilles

3. Le Faite blanc

(01:21:35) Contact Details and Outro

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Date recorded: 2 Dec 2024

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