Terroir:
Selection of two terroirs to achieve a fine balance between strength and elegance:
- Rolled pebbles in the "La Crau" sector, on quaternary terraces for the Grenache grapes.
- Clay and limestone soils from the Cretaceous period and soft sandstone from the Miocene period for the Syrah grapes.
Vinification:
Manual harvest. Grapes are de-stemmed and crushed. A 21-day maceration period with regular punch-downs and rack & return (délestage) operations. Malolactic fermentation. 12 months elevage of the Syrah in 275-litre Laurus barrels (mix of new, 1-year and 2-year barrels).
Production: 7,850 bottles
Bottled on: 8 July 2014
Note de dégustation:
Intense, deep red colour. On the nose, aromas of black cherry and strawberry. Full-bodied on the palate with notes of ripe plums and spice. Rich, long finish. A wine that is already very enjoyable but also has good aging potential. (Tasted August 2014)
Service & accords:
16-18°C – Ideal when opened 1-hour ahead
Duck confit
Lamb marinated with cep (porcini) mushrooms
Loin of veal à la provençale
Optimum maturity: 2015-2022
ABV : 14,5%
Age des vignes & rendement:
31 years on average, Grenache vines over 80 years of age - 30 hl/ha
