Terroirs d'exception
The village of Rasteau is located on the summit of a hill at an altitude of 200 m, facing south and overlooking the Dentelles de Montmirail. The vineyard is relatively sheltered from the Mistral, and the soil is a blend of clay-limestone, marl and sandstone.
notes
92/100 – DECANTER
91/100 – JAMES SUCKLING
92/100 – WINE ENTHUSIAST
Terroir
A selection of 15 plots spread over several soils at high altitude: marl, clay slopes, stony and sandy soils.
Vinification and aging
Vinification
Fermentation at low temperature with pre-fermentary maceration for gentle extraction of tannins.
Co-fermentation of different grapes varieties for greater aromatic complexity.
Aging
10% of the blend is aged in new oak barrels, 40% in demi muids and 50% in concrete tanks. 18 months aging
Accords mets et vin
- Aging potential 2030+
- Service 14/16°C
SUGGESTIONS
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Rasteau 2020
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Rasteau 2019
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Rasteau 2016
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