Description
Plot selection
The grapes come from vineyards planted on limestone and sandy-loam soils, in the heart of garrigue and surrounded by Aleppo pines and green oak trees. At the limit of Brouzet and Corconne, the climate is cooler and gives to the grapes an optimal maturation.
Cultivation mode
The vineyard has been managed in organic farming since 2006 and biodynamic practices have been introduced for 5 years.
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon : 45% Syrah : 25% Merlot : 20% Cinsault : 10%
Winemaking and Aging
Harvest by machine. Grapes are destemmed. Traditional winemaking with short maceration of 3 to 4 days followed by alcoholic fermentation during 10 days. Temparature control during the winemaking process. Aging in concrete tanks.
Colour : Ruby colour, brilliant.
Nose : A nose on black cherry and eucalyptus. Cocoa notes. A pleasant nose, intense and structured.
Mouth : In the palate, a fresh wine with a beautiful structure, very greedy.
Aging potential : 3 to 5 years.
Serving temperature : 14-16°C.
Pairing : Grilled meat, chops, burger. Roasted camembert. Chakchouka, grilled peppers, piquillos. Goat cheese with black cherry jam.
Description
Plot selection
The grapes come from vineyards planted on limestone and sandy-loam soils, in the heart of garrigue and surrounded by Aleppo pines and green oak trees. At the limit of Brouzet and Corconne, the climate is cooler and gives to the grapes an optimal maturation.
Cultivation mode
The vineyard has been managed in organic farming since 2006 and biodynamic practices have been introduced for 5 years.
Grape varieties
Sauvignon : 40% Viognier : 30% Rolle : 20% Petit Manseng : 10%
Winemaking and Aging
Harvest in the morning, Grapes are destemmed. Selection of free-run juice and pressed juice. Cold settling. Temperature control around 18°C during the winemaking process. Aging in stainless steel tanks with lees.
Colour : Pale gold, with green and silver reflets.
Nose : An initial floral nose with notes of jasmine and chamomile, which then develops into aromas of exotic fruits (pineapple).
Mouth : Very fresh, with notes of fresh pear. Mineral and well-balanced, with good length. Saline finish. A sapid wine.
Aging potential : 2 to 3 years.
Serving temperature : 10°C
Pairing : Aperitif, tuna tataki, seafood spread. Tuna bricks. For dessert, exotic fruit cheescake, caramelized pineapple and mango verrine.
