Domaine Didier Dagueneau Les Jardins de Babylone Sec 2018

From the foothills of the Pyrenees comes a Jurançon Sec with real pedigree and a touch of wild genius. Crafted from all five of the region’s permitted grapes—Petit Manseng, Gros Manseng, Courbu, Lauzet, and the elusive Camarelet (which leads the blend)—this is anything but your average white. The vineyard? A stunning natural amphitheatre, discovered by the legendary Didier Dagueneau himself. The style? Trademark Dagueneau: precise, poised, and mineral-driven, with just enough exotic flair to keep you on your toes. Expect citrus, crushed stone, alpine herbs, and a creamy mid-palate that adds depth without weight. Fermented in a mix of stainless steel and those famous cigar-shaped barrels, this is mountain-fresh Jurançon with Burgundy-level attention to detail.