Pascal Luyton and Raphaël Fleury are two cousins passionate about wine and the
Northern Rhône region. Taking over the family vineyards was a natural choice to continue their family's vineyard legacy, and that's how Domaine Luyton-Fleury was born. Situated in close proximity to Mauves, this vineyard brings forth exquisite wines from Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, and Saint-Péray. In essence, it showcases the epitome of Rhône excellence!
Northern Rhône region. Taking over the family vineyards was a natural choice to continue their family's vineyard legacy, and that's how Domaine Luyton-Fleury was born. Situated in close proximity to Mauves, this vineyard brings forth exquisite wines from Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, and Saint-Péray. In essence, it showcases the epitome of Rhône excellence!
Presentation
Presentation
The climate here in the south boundary of the appellation, is continental with Mediterranean
influences. Warm days and cool nights during the growing season help the grapes ripen slowly,
preserving acidity, and developing complex flavors. From a single vineyard planted on welldraining granitic, pebbly and red sand soils allowing the vines to develop deep root systems,
contributing to the wine's minerality and elegant structure.
influences. Warm days and cool nights during the growing season help the grapes ripen slowly,
preserving acidity, and developing complex flavors. From a single vineyard planted on welldraining granitic, pebbly and red sand soils allowing the vines to develop deep root systems,
contributing to the wine's minerality and elegant structure.
Location
lieu-dit “Les Vercandières
Terroir
Sandy-clay soils on the lower part of Les Bessards.
In the vineyard
Average age: mix of centenarian vines and vines over 50 years old.
Winemaking
Hand-picked, total destemming. Fermentation in stainless steel vats, maceration for 3 weeks.
Ageing
Aged in barrels for 20 months (15% new wood).
Varietal
Syrah : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % vol.
GM : No
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
T° of service: 16°C / 61°F.
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 10 to 15 years
Tasting
NOSE: raspberries, plums with a fine minerality
PALATE: balanced with ripe tannins
PALATE: balanced with ripe tannins
Food pairings
Grilled rib steak, risotto with porcini mushrooms, duck with olives.
