It is only in 1972 that the olive trees and almond trees of the family estate acquired in 1934 were progressively replaced with vines. The entrance to the Domaine features an old wind pump that used to provide the estate with water.
Presentation
Presentation
For 34 years, the two brothers Claude and Jean-Luc Auquier have applied the 'lutte raisonnée' method, seeking to reduce the use of chemical pesticides.
The 31 hectares (77 acres) are essentially planted on the clay-limestone plateau of 'Le Seuil' at an altitude of 430 m. Another plot of 3 hectares (7 acres) is planted on sandy soil, near Saint Gervais on the commune of Beaumont de Pertuis.
The 31 hectares (77 acres) are essentially planted on the clay-limestone plateau of 'Le Seuil' at an altitude of 430 m. Another plot of 3 hectares (7 acres) is planted on sandy soil, near Saint Gervais on the commune of Beaumont de Pertuis.
Terroir
Nature of the soils: limestone-clay and sand from the Miocene era.
In the vineyard
Average age of the vines: 25 years.
Winemaking
The grapes are picked in the freshness of the night, then undergo short skin maceration and fermentation at controlled temperature.
Varietals
Grenache noir : 50%
Syrah : 50%
Syrah : 50%
Specifications
Residual Sugar : < 3 g/l
Advice
Serving
Ideal serving temperature: from 8°C to 10°C.
Tasting
Deep pink colour. Nose opening on aromas of red fruits (strawberry) and pit fruits (pears). Fresh and fruity mouthfeel; pleasantly supple.
