Cabidos

Cabidos is located in Béarn, just outside the Jurançon appellation. The estate specialises in sweet and dry wines from the Petit Manseng grape variety, producing wines of great character, complexity and length. They also grow Syrah, Chardonnay and Sauvignon and have planted some Fer Servadou.

With a distinguished history dating back to the 13th Century, the 9- hectare estate flourishes today under the family ownership of Robert and Peggy Alday. Directing the winery and vineyards is Méo Sakorn-Series, the only Thailandese lady winemaker in France (if not the world). The sweet Petit Manseng are made from grapes left on the vine long into the autumn and sometimes into December. The wines show powerful quince and tropical fruit aromas. The vibrant acidity balances the sweetness leaving a fresh “ more-ish” sensation, and the lower level of alcohol make these ideal sipping or dessert wines.

The estate’s dry Petit Manseng is a rare and original wine. Petit Manseng is a powerful and aromatic grape but difficult to master. Its low yields and labour-intensive demands deter all but the most intrepid. Consequently, there are very few estates producing a 100% Petit Manseng as a dry wine, and none with the dedication and perfectionism of Cabidos. This wine wins many gold medals and accolades, and is a great food match for tapas, risotto, pasta and Asian cuisine.