A less common southern French white made entirely from Grenache Blanc. Dry, lightly textured and aromatic, with enough freshness to keep the richness in check.
This is a wine that works best young, where the fruit and floral character stay at their most open. Expect aromas of hedgerow flowers and orange blossom, followed by peach, greengage and a lightly mineral finish on the palate.
Grenache Blanc can easily become broad and heavy in warmer climates, but this keeps a good line of freshness running through it. The result is a mid-bodied white with texture and softness, but still enough definition to stay lively.
A useful bottle to have around, particularly if you want something a little different from the usual Sauvignon or Chardonnay route.
Food Pairing
Good as an aperitif or with grilled fish, shellfish and vegetable dishes. Also works well with globe artichokes or lightly spiced Asian cooking.
Quick Info
Bottle Size:
75cl
ABV:
13%
Designation:
IGP Pays d'Oc
Vintage:
2025
BIN:BTL-0225
Vegan:Yes
Vegetarian:Yes
Style:White Wine
Style:Rich & Textured Whites
More Information
Languedoc-Rousillon, France
The Languedoc is a vast region stretching across much of the south and Mediterranean and is France`s single largest vineyard entity for its Vins de Pays wines.
Within the Languedoc lie several distinctly identified Vins de Pays (including the l`Aude, Gard and Hérault) and many appellations that maintain traditional local blends and styles such as Minervois, Corbières, Pic Saint Loup and Fitou.
Found throughout northern Spain and southern France, there are three variants: Grenache Noir, Blanc and Gris.
Grenache Noir is the most common. It is generally spicy, berry-flavored and soft on the palate. Complex and intense notes of blackcurrants, black cherries, black olives, coffee, gingerbread, honey, leather, black pepper, tar, spices, and roasted nuts can also be found.
Established in 1967 by Maurice Grignon, the family winemaking and trading company originally specialised in the production and sale of wine-making materials. In 1992 the company was sold and became an Association of Cooperatives and started producing wines from Languedoc- Roussillon.
The name Foncalieu is made up of letters of villages in the region of l`Aude - Fonties de Aude, Capendu - ALzonne - Montolieu.
La Loupe was the "House white" at a restaurant we frequent in Oxford: we found Wickhams was a source and have been ordering it ever since. The Grenache grape makes La Loupe a delicious, light, dry summer wine: excellent value for money.
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Trusted Customer on 21st Dec 2023
Gorgeous. Soft, silky and slips down a treat
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Trusted Customer on 4th Oct 2023
Review of La Loupe Grenache Blanc 2021, Languedoc
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John Kerr on 5th Jan 2023
A great favourite. This vintage is even nicer. This varietal is not easily available and was the first wine I bought from Wickhams. Shall order more!
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Janina Doyle on 9th Dec 2022
Nice concentrated fruity white wine
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John Kerr on 17th Nov 2022
Waiting to place this order but previous orders were excellent.
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Trusted Customer on 4th Sep 2022
Light fresh unusual and delicious chilled and on a summer evening outdoors
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B S Cooper on 29th Jun 2022
I am enjoying it immensely.
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Stewart Rainbird on 3rd Sep 2021
Green Apple on the nose. Medium acidity carrying multiple tropical flavors, with a white pepper finish.Good value.
