Domaine BAROU is a family farm located in the northern part of the Côtes du Rhône.
As early as 1971, Alexis BAROU, then at the head of this small mixed-farming-breeding farm, took the risk of opting for a total conversion to organic farming. In 1997, Emmanuel, his son, took over the family torch and oriented the operation more towards arboriculture and especially viticulture. This specialization is reflected in the planting of new plots in AOC Saint-Joseph and Condrieu.
As early as 1971, Alexis BAROU, then at the head of this small mixed-farming-breeding farm, took the risk of opting for a total conversion to organic farming. In 1997, Emmanuel, his son, took over the family torch and oriented the operation more towards arboriculture and especially viticulture. This specialization is reflected in the planting of new plots in AOC Saint-Joseph and Condrieu.
Presentation
Presentation
The vineyard covers 15 hectares. It is characterised by light, stony, weathered granite soils.
The vines are located in two communes in the northern part of the Rhône Valley : Charnas and Limony.
The vines are located in two communes in the northern part of the Rhône Valley : Charnas and Limony.
Location
4 ha located in two communes (Charnas and Limony). The plots face south and east, along the Rhône Valley.
Terroir
he soils are very weathered granite, with varying degrees of lightness, producing full-bodied wines that are also fine and elegant.
In the vineyard
6,250 vines/ha, plots that can just about be mechanised.
Winemaking
80% destemmed harvest. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration for 20 days at a temperature between 30 and 32 ° C. Pumping over once a day, and some shedding during fermentation.
Ageing
Aging 12 months in oak barrels of 1 to 2 wines.
Varietal
Syrah : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14 % vol.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products.
Advice
Serving
16°C/61°F
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Intense dark bordeaux color. The nose is complex and opulent on black fruits. Full attack on the palate, structured mid-palate and a cocoa and liquorice finish.
Food pairings
Serve with red meat or in sauce, game, or cheese.
