While working as an oenologue in Provence, Valérie Courrèges was looking for an outstanding terroir with which to settle down, and in 2019, came across the perfect opportunity to settle in Cahors. Now based in the South West, Valérie tends 22 hectares of old vines rooted in a sublime terroir of clay and limestone.
Presentation
Presentation
A peaceful Sunday, when the subtle fragrance of elegant Provence plants lifts us up to the banks of the Rio de Madeira under the shade of laurel trees.
Terroir
Marl soil on the limestone bedrock.
In the vineyard
Vineyard located in Côteaux du Quercy, marl soil on the limestone bedrock of an ancient lake.
Harvest
Hand Harvested
Winemaking
Vinification by plot. Direct pressing of whole, uncrushed grapes, with maximum respect for grape integrity and no crushing. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in concrete tanks.
Ageing
Aged in vats on fine lees
Varietals
Grenache noir : 80%
Vermentino : 15%
Syrah : 5%
Vermentino : 15%
Syrah : 5%
Specifications
GM : NO
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
12°C/54°F
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 5 to 10 years
Tasting
Nose: Floral, lemony nose with zest. notes of peach, complex.
Palate: Dry on the palate, with volume, fruit and an iodized finish.
Palate: Dry on the palate, with volume, fruit and an iodized finish.
Food pairings
A convivial aperitif with friends, summer cooking, barbecues and grills, and the ideal companion for Asian cuisine.
