The Vic family has been showcasing Preignes le Vieux since 1905 and the estate is now proof of the bond between man and land. Here’s the potted history: great-grandfather Robert Vic bought the estate in the early 20th century. The fifth generation is now tending vines on 250 hectares of land surrounding the château. In the early 90’s, Jérôme and then Aurélie his wife took over the family business.
Presentation
Winemaking
Harvested at sunrise to noon. Destemmed and slightly crushed at cold temperature to avoid oxidation. Both the free run and pressed juices are transferred to stainless vessels where fermentation is started and held at strictly controlled temperatures in state-of-the-art gravity-fed cellar.
Varietal
Grenache noir : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 12,5 % vol.
GM : No.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
T° of service: 10°C / 50°F.
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
"A beautifully coloured light, salmon pink with an expressive nose of grapefruit, roses & subtle red fruits. Palate comes alive with red cherry, light strawberry and crunchy raspberry. It might sound cliched but it really is a quaffable wine that leaves you wanting more after a glass or bottle!" The Secret Cellar (UK), Independent Wine Merchants.
Food pairings
Enjoy a glass sat out in the sun, with light salads, pasta and rice dishes, especially with seafood, raw and lightly cooked shellfish and grilled fish and goats’ cheeses. Perfect hot weather drinking.
