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AOC Saint-Chinian
Soils: Clay and limestone (Mourvèdre, Syrah, Carignan, Grenache), Sandstone (Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre) and Schist (Grenache, Syrah)
Grape varieties: Grenache: 39 %, Carignan: 37 %, Mourvèdre: 10 %, Syrah: 14 %
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:
The bouquet offers a delightful balance of coffee, liquorice, curry and thyme aromas along with a slight smokiness.
These aromas are also found on the palate, supported by a very smooth, velvety structure that remains fresh and persistent.
Serving suggestions:
This wine will achieve its full expression at around 18 °C. Further aromas are revealed with time, expressing more clearly the influence of the terroirs and their plant life. An ideal accompaniment for all types of meat or vegetables, but also goes well with stronger-tasting and spicy dishes, as long as they are not too spicy.
