Altre Cami White Macabeu 2022 by Domaine Gayda

Altre Camí Macabeu Organic 2022 – An expression of the Roussillon’s granitic terroir

With Altre Camí Macabeu 2022, Domaine Gayda showcases a Mediterranean grape variety through a characterful organic cuvée. Classified as an IGP Pays d’Oc, this white wine is made from 100 per cent Macabeu, grown in Saint-Martin-de-Fenouillet, in Roussillon. The granite-rich soils of this terroir lend the wine a distinctive character, combining aromatic richness, freshness and mineral notes.

The 2022 vintage boasts a bright, pale yellow colour. The nose opens with aromas of white peach and garrigue, complemented by fennel, whose aniseed notes are a distinctive feature of Macabeu. Subtle smoky nuances, gently imparted by the ageing process, enrich the bouquet without masking the fruit. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and generous. The minerality of the granitic terroir complements the flavours of fennel and fresh almond, whilst well-balanced acidity lends liveliness. The finish reveals a subtle woody touch and lovely length.

The winemaking at Domaine Gayda prioritises a meticulous approach to the raw material: selection of vines in the vineyard, harvesting into crates and ten days’ carbonic maceration, followed by whole-bunch pressing. Natural vinification takes place without added sulphites, in large oak vats and demi-muids. The wine is then aged for nine months on its full lees before clarification and bottling at the estate.

With an alcohol content of 13% vol., the Altre Camí Macabeu 2022 Organic is the perfect accompaniment to grilled fish, seafood, shellfish or roast poultry. Serve it at around 12–14 °C to appreciate its balance of body, freshness and minerality.