Classic RED 2010

AOC Saint-Chinian

Soils: Clay and limestone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan, Grenache), Sandstone (Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre) and Schist (Grenache, Syrah)

Grape varieties: Grenache: 43 %, Carignan: 32 %, Mourvèdre: 14 %, Syrah: 11 %

Harvest: By hand, in small crates with sorting

Harvest start date: 20 September

Vinification: Traditional, with vatting times of 4 to 6 weeks.

Maturing: Concrete vats and barrels (for Syrah and Mourvèdre) on the lees.

Treatment of the wine: Not fined or filtered

Alcoholic strength: 14 % vol.

Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles

Tasting notes:

This wine has a very typical bouquet of cherries (Morello variety) and spices, including turmeric, cinnamon and hints of thyme. On the palate, these aromas add lightness to the wine, which is enhanced by the smooth, fresh structure. This balance lingers, with a pleasing persistence.

Serving suggestions:

This wine is best served at around 18 °C. Aeration will be beneficial in its early years. Easy-drinking in its youth, it will develop over time to reveal its Southern typicity, with an increasing presence of “garrigue” aromas. The wine’s typicity and freshness are best expressed if served with a wide range of Mediterranean dishes and all types of meat, particularly lamb.

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Classic RED 2009

AOC Saint-Chinian

Soils: Clayey limestone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan, Grenache), Sandstone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan) and Schist (Grenache, Syrah) Grape varieties: Grenache: 35 %, Carignan: 32 %, Syrah: 18 %, Mourvèdre: 15 % Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting Harvest start date: 10 September Vinification: Traditional, with 4 to 6 weeks' fermentation time. Maturing: Concrete tanks, and barrels (for syrah and mourvèdre) on the lees. Treatment of the wine: Not fined, not filtered Alcoholic strength: 14 % vol. Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles and Magnums (1.5 l)

Tasting notes: A sensation of softness on the nose, with a harmonious mix of aromas, including cherry, tobacco, thyme, fig, vanilla and a hint of smoke. Very smooth on the palate, with the emphasis on the fruit. A delightfully long, fresh finish.

Tasting suggestions: Although this Classic 2009 is very pleasant now, its typical “garrigue” aromas will be further revealed with time. An ideal accompaniment for many types of food, apart from very strongly-flavoured dishes, for which the Grand Vin will be more suitable.

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Classic RED 2008

AOC Saint-Chinian

Soils: Clayey limestone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan, Grenache), Sandstone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan) and Schist (Grenache, Syrah) Grape varieties: Grenache: 34 %, Carignan: 31 %, Syrah: 17 %, Mourvèdre: 18 % Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting Harvest start date: 19 September Vinification: Traditional, with 4 to 6 weeks' fermentation time. Maturing: Concrete tanks, and barrels (for syrah and mourvèdre) on the lees. Treatment of the wine: Not fined, not filtered Alcoholic strength: 14 % vol. Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles and Magnums (1.5 l)

Tasting notes: Initial cherry aromas followed by sweet spices, “garrigue” (particularly thyme), cocoa and roasting, which combine to create a mellow bouquet with plenty of character. Very smooth on the palate, with a very elegant, balanced texture and a delightful freshness on the finish that adds to its length.

Tasting suggestions: This wine may be served with a variety of foods, particularly Mediterranean dishes, but also red meat, white meat and poultry. However, the “garrigue” aromas will not be brought out if the dishes are too spicy or sweet.