Terroirs d'exception
A blend made from 3 grape varieties, spread over a selection of 20 parcels in the appellation.
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92/100 – JAMES SUCKLING 15/20 – JANCIS ROBINSON
Sight
Deep red.
Smell
Aromas of plums, bark and dried spices.
Taste
Full-bodied with a blackberry-like touch on the palate, firm tannins.
Terroir
Selection of 20 parcels spread over the Rasteau appellation on 3 different terroirs:
- 30% at an altitude of 300 metres on marl and conglomerate
- 30% on stony clay-limestone hillside, sand and pebbles
- 40% on old terraces with gravels
Vinification and ageing
Vinification
Determination of harvest dates by daily measurement of polyphenols in the berries.
Limited manipulation of the grapes and fermentation at very low temperature to favor soft diffusion of flavor compounds with daily tasting during maceration.
Cofermentation of the different grapes for more complexity.
Ageing
25% in new French oak (medium toast), 25% demi muids, 50% concrete tanks
Accords mets et vin
Chicken massalé – Leg of lamb with rosemary – Duck confit parmentier
- Aging potential 7 to 8 years
- Service 15/17°C
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