Winemaking:
Harvest of Syrah grapes from 7th September and Grenache grapes from 20th September. In 2017, the exceptional ripeness of the fruit, allowed a very gentle extraction of tannins. The perfect control of the temperatures (25/26°C) during the fermentation and maceration (35 days) phases highlighted remarkably elegant red fruit aromas and flavours. Part of the cuvée is aged in barrels and in tanks for 11 months.
Bottled on 28th August 2018
8 507 bottles and 486 magnums produced.
ABV : 15%. Vegan Friendly.
Tasting notes:
"The 2017 Vacqueyras is a beauty and is based on equal parts Grenache and Syrah that had the Grenache brought up in tank and the Syrah in barrels. Deep plum-colored with meaty blackberry and plums fruits as well as lots of earthy, garrigue notes, this puppy is medium to full-bodied, concentrated, and textured. This estate has been on a run lately and 2017 looks to be no exception." Jeb Dunnuck - September 2019
Service & food pairing suggestions:
Serve at around 13° to 15°C. Recommend opening an hour before serving. Best enjoyed between 2019 and 2027
Roasted goat's leg with juniper
Candied vegetables with sweet spices
Age of vines & yield:
Grenache 26 years - Syrah 15 years
13hl/ha