GRAND VIN RED 2006

AOC Saint-Chinian

Soils: Clayey limestone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan, Grenache), Sandstone (Syrah) and Schist (Grenache, Syrah) Grape varieties: Mourvèdre: 34 %, Syrah: 42 %, Grenache: 14 %, Carignan: 10 % Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting Harvest start date: 11 September Vinification: Traditional, with 4 to 6 weeks' fermentation time. Malolactic fermentation in the barrel Maturing: In the barrel on fine lees Treatment of the wine: Not fined, not filtered Alcoholic strength: 14 % vol. Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles

Tasting notes: An immediate sensation of richness, with a ripe dark berry aromas combined with Morello cherry, spices and thyme. This is confirmed on the palate: the wine is full-bodied and smooth, but has retained its freshness and elegant flavours that turn more towards spices and liquorice on the long, languid finish.

Tasting suggestions: This wine’s elegance and richness is best expressed at a temperature of around 18°C. This “Grand Vin” is an ideal accompaniment to a wide range of strongly-flavoured dishes (game, meat cooked in sauce), red meat and many other foods. If opened now, it should be decanted to achieve its full expression. However, its richness means that it may be laid down for many years.

GRAND VIN RED 2005

AOC Saint-Chinian

Soils: Clayey limestone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan, Grenache), Sandstone (Syrah) and Schist (Grenache) Grape varieties: Mourvèdre: 34 %, Syrah: 42 %, Grenache: 14 %, Carignan: 10 % Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting Harvest start date: 19 September 2001 Vinification: Traditional, with 4 to 6 weeks' fermentation time. Malolactic fermentation in the barrel Maturing: In the barrel on fine lees Treatment of the wine: Not fined, not filtered Alcoholic strength: 14 % vol. Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles

Tasting notes: The initial bouquet is one of great sweetness, with aromas of cocoa bean, sweet spices and thyme harmoniously combined with toasted bread notes. Smooth and full of flavour on the palate, with delightfully long-lasting red berry and spicy flavours.

Tasting suggestions: This wine’s elegance and richness is best expressed at a temperature of around 18°C. This “Grand Vin” is an ideal accompaniment to a wide range of strongly-flavoured dishes (game, meat cooked in sauce), red meat and many other foods. If opened now, it should be decanted to achieve its full expression. However, its richness means that it may be laid down for many years.

GRAND VIN RED 2004

AOC Saint-Chinian

Soils: Clayey limestone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan, Grenache), Sandstone (Syrah) and Schist (Grenache) Grape varieties: Mourvèdre: 37 %, Syrah: 41 %, Grenache: 12 %, Carignan: 10 %This very rich wine should not be served too warm. It is at its best at approximately 18°C. It is a delightful accompaniment to quite strongly-flavoured dishes cooked in sauce, game, red meat and many other dishes. If opened now, it should be decanted to achieve its full expression. However, its richness means that it may be laid down for many years.

Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting Harvest start date: 23 September 2001 Vinification: Traditional, with 4 to 6 weeks' fermentation time. Malolactic fermentation in the barrel Maturing: In the barrel on fine lees Treatment of the wine: Not fined, not filtered Alcoholic strength: 14.5 % vol. Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles

Tasting notes: Aromas typical of the ‘garrigue’ are the first to emerge in the glass, combined with aromas of roasting and red meat. Concentrated, powerful and smooth on the palate, with a freshness characteristic of the vintage. We find the same aromas as those discovered on the nose, along with notes of blackberry liqueur. There is a lovely freshness on the finish, with persistent dark berry flavours.

Tasting suggestions: This very rich wine should not be served too warm. It is at its best at approximately 18°C. It is a delightful accompaniment to quite strongly-flavoured dishes cooked in sauce, game, red meat and many other dishes. If opened now, it should be decanted to achieve its full expression. However, its richness means that it may be laid down for many years.