The 20-hectare family estate is located in Provence, in the southern Côtes du Rhône.
It was developed in the 60s by Jean NICOLAS, who introduced his first bottles with the "1978" vintage. In the 80s, the vineyard's surface area increased from 13 to 20 hectares, with three of his sons setting up a G.A.E.C. (Groupement Agricole d'Exploitation en Commun).
It was developed in the 60s by Jean NICOLAS, who introduced his first bottles with the "1978" vintage. In the 80s, the vineyard's surface area increased from 13 to 20 hectares, with three of his sons setting up a G.A.E.C. (Groupement Agricole d'Exploitation en Commun).
Presentation
Presentation
The Domaine is located in northern Vaucluse, close to Roman towns (Orange, Vaison la Romaine.)
Location
Situated in the hills of the Massif d'Uchaux, the property benefits from a Mediterranean climate:
Mistral (strong wind from the Rhône Valley) and plenty of sunshine.
Mistral (strong wind from the Rhône Valley) and plenty of sunshine.
Terroir
Clay, sand and gravel soils.
In the vineyard
The work carried out is in harmony with the desire for a reasoned and dynamic culture: trellising, weeding, etc. This method of working produces a wine that is appreciated on all occasions.
Winemaking
Traditional method : stainless steel vat.
Ageing
No oak aging, aged in vat for 10 months.
Varietals
Grenache noir : 40%
Syrah : 20%
Cinsault : 15%
Marselan : 10%
Mourvèdre : 10%
Carignan : 5%
Syrah : 20%
Cinsault : 15%
Marselan : 10%
Mourvèdre : 10%
Carignan : 5%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % vol.
GM : NO
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products.
Advice
Serving
16°C/61°F
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Aroma of red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, blackcurrant), very fruity, greedy and crunchy. Silky, velvety tannins.
Food pairings
Aperitif, grilled meats, cheeses, poultry with cream and mushrooms.
