Presentation
Presentation
Since 1985, this cuvée, dedicated to Louis and Claire's twins, is a typical wine from the Corbières, with aromas of garrigue such as thyme, pepper, and juniper.
Terroir
Stony terrace of Riss, clay-limestone and pebbled. Strong exposure to the wind.
Harvest
Handpicking, to select the finest bunches.
Winemaking
Carignan and Grenache are vinified in whole berries, (30%) carbonic maceration. Long maceration of destemmed Syrah. Then traditional blending.
6 months in stainless steel tanks.
6 months in stainless steel tanks.
Ageing
Stainless steel tank.
Varietals
Carignan : 30%
Syrah : 27%
Mourvèdre : 23%
Grenache : 20%
Syrah : 27%
Mourvèdre : 23%
Grenache : 20%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13,5 % vol.
Yield : 30 hL/ha
Age of vines : About 30 years old
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
16/18 °C
Ageing potential
4 to 5 years
Tasting
Garnet color.
Spicy nose, scents of black pepper and juniper.
Elegant mouthfeel, with black chocolate. Long with notes of juniper and black olive.
Spicy nose, scents of black pepper and juniper.
Elegant mouthfeel, with black chocolate. Long with notes of juniper and black olive.
On the palate
Elegant mouthfeel, with black chocolate. Long with notes of juniper and black olive.
Food pairings
A nice grilled beef rib or a braised meat pie.
Reviews
"A fruity, juicy and linear red. Red berries, black olives and warm herbs dominate on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with chalky tannins and texture. Similar development throughout. From organically grown grapes. Drink now."
