Established in France since 1593, generation after generation the Ravoire family has rooted its history in the heart of the Rhône Valley. Drawing on the family’s deep connection with the vineyard, Maison Ravoire wines are a tribute to the meticulous work of passionate men and women who tend to the land in search of excellence, mindful of the preservation of the terroirs.
Presentation
Presentation
This wine is the result of the rigorous blending of grapes from the best plots in the appellation. Enhanced through careful vinification and maturation, it reveals the potential of each of the selected terroirs. The cuvée was created to offer a tasting experience rich in conviviality, discoveries, and emotions.
Terroir
Nature of the soils: Hillsides arranged in terraces, mainly composed of granites that have transformed over time into clayey sands.
In the vineyard
Average age of the vines: 60 years
Winemaking
The grapes are harvested by hand and destemmed entirely. After a cold pre-fermentation maceration, alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks up to 30°C, followed by maceration with light pump-overs until draining.
Ageing
12 to 18 months in barrels, 70% of barrels from 1 to 3 wines and 30% new barrels.
Varietal
Syrah : 100%
Specifications
Winegrowing label : Agriculture conventionnelle
Residual Sugar : Less than 2 g/l
Advice
Serving
Ideal serving temperature: 16 to 18°C.
Tasting
Wild nose, marked by black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant) with menthol notes. The palate is smooth, with flavors of licorice stick, the tannic structure is imposing and requires a few hours of aeration before tasting or time to soften.
