Fié Gris is the ancestor of Sauvignon Blanc and is also known as Sauvignon Rosé. The vines produce very low yields with great density and length making the grape superior to Sauvignon Blanc in many ways. It boast aromatics that are enchanting and exotic without being excessive. Fié Gris could be compared to a very fine Alsatian Pinot Gris, but it shows a more austere elegance. The Goisots’ tiny plot of young vines provides only small quantities of wine. Only 30 cases were imported to the US, but we were lucky enough to get the lion’s share, and they are going very fast.

The Goisot Fié Gris “Corps de Garde Gourmand” provides lovely round mineral tones with pretty white flowers on the nose and the slightest suggestion of nougat. The palate opens with perfumed citrus notes that gradually turn to apricot, then dovetail into an ample ginger finish backed by moderate acidity. Each new sip offers a new discovery in the glass. We recommend serving it with salmon and fennel, spring aspargus, porcini mushroom pasta, or simply by itself.

—Donald