Terroirs d'Exception
Situated in the South of the Rhone Valley, Vacqueyras’ vineyard is protected by the Dentelles de Montmirail and benefits from a diversity of soils and terroirs giving to the wines finesse, harmony and balance. This cuvée is made from organic grapes.
notes
15/20 – JANCIS ROBINSON

Terroir
The Syrah vines come from clay-limestone and clay alluvium terroirs. The old Grenache vines are planted on rolled pebbles terraces.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification
Vinification in concrete tanks for all 3 grape varieties to preserve the fruit aromas.
Maceration for 4 weeks.
Aging
18 months in small concrete vats for Grenache and Mourvèdre. 6 months in concrete vats then 12 months in one-wine barrels for Syrahs.
Food and wine pairing
7 hours lamb – Lamb Tajine with prunes – Roasted pork with sage – Mild thaï curry beef
- Aging potential 2030+
- Service 14/16°C


