Brumont
Brumont operates in Madiran, the Pyrenean region of South West France known for structured, age-worthy reds built on Tannat—a grape that demands serious terroir to express its potential. The winery's portfolio spans the region's appellations: Les Menhirs Côtes de Gascogne blends Merlot and Tannat into a wine rated 93 by Wine Enthusiast, while Madiran Argile Rouge pairs Tannat with Cabernet Sauvignon for deeper complexity. The winery also produces sweet wines; Torus Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh Doux, made from Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng, earned a 92.8 prestige rating. These selections reflect the dual character of South West France: bold red wines from the foothills and delicate, honeyed whites from the higher elevations. Brumont's range demonstrates the breadth of expression possible within this historic but underexplored corner of French viticulture.
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Wine Enthusiast