Winegrowers for three generations, the Bessac family produces wines according to traditional methods. The parents, Geneviève and René were joined by their sons Hervé and Sébastien in 2000 and 2011.
Presentation
Presentation
The estate covers 34 hectares (84 acres) distributed over the communes of Violès, Rasteau and Jonquières. The wine cellar is situated on the commune of Violès, in the hamlet of Saint Martin, which used to be a silk farm.The vines are approximately 40 years old on average with some stocks of old Carignans that are more than 60 year old.
Terroir
Nature of the soils: alluvium terrace of the river Riss, with quaternary
limestone gravel on top and a bed of blue clay from the Pliocene era.
limestone gravel on top and a bed of blue clay from the Pliocene era.
In the vineyard
Average age of the vines: 40 years.
Winemaking
Traditional vinification with 2 to 3 weeks vatting after destemming.
Varietals
Grenache noir : 70%
Syrah : 15%
Mourvèdre : 10%
Carignan : 5%
Syrah : 15%
Mourvèdre : 10%
Carignan : 5%
Specifications
Residual Sugar : < 3 g/l
Advice
Serving
Ideal serving temperature: from 16°C to 18°C.
Tasting
Bright garnet colour. Delicate nose with hints of black berries (blackcurrant) and spices (pepper). Smooth and intense, both silky and supple.
