- How is Laudet rated by critics?
- Laudet scores 86 on Femente's critic index, drawn from prestige guides including Wine Enthusiast (86) and Wine Spectator (84).
- What wines is Laudet known for?
- Its most critically rated wines are Côtes De Gascogne.
- Where is Laudet located?
- Laudet is in Côtes du Marmandais, France (Situated in the heart of Gascony on unique Sables Fauves (sandy loam) soil, which gives their wines distinct freshness, tension, and minerality., History & Evolution: Founded in 1820 by Jean-Dominique Laudet, it was a renowned Armagnac house. In the 1970s, Noel Laudet shifted focus to include premium still wines., Current Generation: 8th-generation proprietors Cyril and Julie Laudet manage the estate, emphasizing eco-responsible, organic, and biodynamic farming., Wine Specialties: They produce IGP Côtes de Gascogne and Landes wines, including:, "La Teuf" (Gros Manseng): A popular, vibrant, and aromatic white wine., Red, White, and Rosé: Diverse range with a focus on typicity., Armagnac: They continue to produce traditional and modern, small-batch Armagnacs, aiming to bring new energy to the oldest French spirit ("Armagnac is Back")., Innovation: They are known for using sustainable practices, including agroforestry and planting resistant grape varieties like Baco, France).