Located at the foot of the village of Rasteau, Domaine Beau Mistral comprised 28 hectares (about 70 acres), and with the experience of several generations of winemaking under his belt, Jean-Marc Brun took the leap and started making wine in 1999. Extending over most of the village’s land, the vineyard is largely composed of old-vine plots - some of which average 90 years old, and deeply rooted in sloping banks.
Presentation
Presentation
Jean-Marc deliberately stresses his vines to force the vines’ root systems deep into the ground in order to extract the rich minerals found within, a technique which allows for greater terroir expression. In order to maximize quality, harvests are done manually and table sorting is performed. Jean-Marc, always eager to try new things, attempts to combine new techniques with his own savoir-faire, all the while trying to stay true to tradition.
Terroir
Very stony clay-limestone.
In the vineyard
100% manual with sorting on the vine and in the cellar.
38 hl/ha
38 hl/ha
Winemaking
The grapes are destemmed, then placed in vats where temperatures are monitored during fermentation. Juices are pumped over gently every day to preserve their fruity character.
Ageing
100% in vat.
Varietals
Grenache noir : 50%
Syrah : 45%
Mourvèdre : 5%
Syrah : 45%
Mourvèdre : 5%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14,5 % vol.
GM : No.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
16°C / 61°F
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
It's rich but not heavy in mouthfeel. Layers of thyme and wild mint as well as firm, persistent tannins lend nuance in this this satisfying wine. It’s ready to drink now but will happily benefit from a bit of cellaring.
Food pairings
This wine goes well with charcuterie, savory tarts, cold meats, white meats and certain cheeses.
