Moulin de Gassac is another label from the Guibert family of Mas de Daumas Gassac, focusing on accessible, well-made wines for everyday drinking. Faune (Wildlife) is their white blend, typically combining Mediterranean varieties like Viognier, Grenache Blanc and Roussanne, fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and aromatics. The 2023 vintage is vibrant and fruit-forward.
White peach, citrus and floral notes with hints of pear and tropical fruit. Medium bodied with crisp acidity and a clean, refreshing finish. Fruit-forward and straightforward with good purity. There's enough weight to pair with food but it remains light and approachable. Bright, easy-drinking character.
Serve well chilled (8-10°C). Pairs well with grilled fish, salads, soft cheeses, or Mediterranean vegetables. Also works nicely as a simple aperitif. Drink within 1-2 years while the fruit is fresh and lively.
Wine characteristics
France
Chardonnay, Viognier
2023
Mas de Daumas Gassac
13.0%
Standard - 75cl
Cork
Tips
How to serve?
Serve chilled
Discover
In 1971, Véronique and Aimé Guibert bought a “Mas” (farmhouse) and abandoned mill in the heart of a beautiful, wild valley through which flowed the Gassac river. After consulting Prof. Henri Enjalbert they planted vines in clearings in the middle of 4,000 hectares of forest - he was convinced they had the "terroir" to produce a Grand Cru of the future. The first vintage of their flagship red was produced in 1978 from roughly 80% Cabernet Sauvignon. By 1982, a respected French wine guide described Mas de Daumas Gassac as the “Château Lafite of the Languedoc”. The Rose Frizant was created in 1981, also from the younger Cabernet vines.
Today, the children of the Guibert family manage the estate, storing their harvests in an old cellar underneath the original mill. The five brothers have continued to fine tune the Mas de Daumas Gassac's Grand Vin and broaden the range with varietal wines and blends that offer great value for money under their Moulin de Gassac label.
