“Taming matter is the first step; achieving the ideal is the second.”
Victor HUGO
Victor HUGO
Presentation
Presentation
This wine is the result of an ancient and artisanal winemaking method, dating back to Antiquity. The cocciopesto amphora, a pottery made from fragments of crushed pottery and bound with mortar, is used to give the wine a deep connection with tradition and terroir.
Location
Because the vineyards are located in-between the Pyrenees to the South
and the Black Mountains to the North, it enjoys a privileged climatic
position where the excesses of the Mediterranean climate are tempered
by the softness of the Atlantic influences. This extraordinary mixture -
where the days are sunny and warm, where the wind blows almost
continuously and where the nights are cool, gives Cantalauze wines a
particular charm.
and the Black Mountains to the North, it enjoys a privileged climatic
position where the excesses of the Mediterranean climate are tempered
by the softness of the Atlantic influences. This extraordinary mixture -
where the days are sunny and warm, where the wind blows almost
continuously and where the nights are cool, gives Cantalauze wines a
particular charm.
Winemaking
The grapes are harvested manually then vinification is done in a 15hl amphora in cocciopesto, part whole bunch and part destemmed.
Varietals
Grenache noir : 95%
Carignan noir : 5%
Carignan noir : 5%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14.5 % vol.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. aucun.
Ingredients & nutrition ›
Advice
Serving
T of service :16-18 °C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years, 3 to 5 years
Tasting
On the palate, this wine is characterized by a silky texture and soft tannins from aging in amphorae. The fruity flavors develop further, offering a complex palette of juicy red fruits, supported by a light minerality from the amphora.
Food pairings
With its intense tannins and rich red fruit flavors enhanced by impressive layers of acidity, this wine has character, particularly on the finish, and pairs wonderfully with spicy dishes such as a yellow shrimp curry .
Classic food and wine pairings
French cuisine, Red meat
