Presentation
Presentation
Historical terroir with a 2000 years old tradition of winemaking. Vérédus was an old post relay to change horses (corrals) on Romanian Via Aquitania. Unique complex scents of garrigue and spices match perfectly a refined meal.
Terroir
Clay-limestone and rolled pebbles. Windy corridor leading to the sea.
Harvest
Handpicking, to select the finest bunches.
Winemaking
Temperature regulated maceration for 20 days with regular pumping-over. Vinified with whole berries for Carignan and Grenache.
Ageing
12 months in French oak barrels.
Varietals
Syrah : 40%
Carignan : 30%
Grenache : 15%
Mourvèdre : 15%
Carignan : 30%
Grenache : 15%
Mourvèdre : 15%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14 % vol.
Yield : 30 hL/ha
Age of vines : About 30 years old
Aging in barrels : 12 month
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
16/18 °C
Ageing potential
8 to 10 years
Tasting
Ruby red with purple hues.
Intense liquorice nose, blackberry jam and black olive.
Rich and concentrated mouthfeel, with powerful and silky tannins. Long, with spicy notes of black fruits and pepper.
Intense liquorice nose, blackberry jam and black olive.
Rich and concentrated mouthfeel, with powerful and silky tannins. Long, with spicy notes of black fruits and pepper.
Food pairings
With grilled beef, or duck breast with a fig chutney.
Reviews
"Aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, currants and dried herbs. Medium-bodied with fine tannins and a creamy, balanced core. Vibrant finish. Carignan, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache. Organic grapes. Drink or hold."
