Presentation
“French Cellars” is a range of wines selected by “Private Collection” for the quality of their blends and the diversity of their grape varieties. These wines are made in the south of France by two winemakers trained in Australia.
Terroir
This Shiraz comes from old vines in the Nîmes region (deep Rhône soils), the Béziers plain (thick limestone clays), and the Aude Valley (poor limestone soils).
In the vineyard
The 20-year-old vines are grown at an altitude of 150 meters, pruned in "goblet" (non trellised) and "cordon de Royat" (trellised) styles. Yields are low (40 to 50 hl/ha).
Winemaking
Two winemaking methods are used: for the majority of the blend, vinification with a long maceration, for the other part, carbonic maceration.
Ageing
A small part of the final assembly is raised in contact with wood.
Varietal
Shiraz : 100%
Specifications
Tasting
With a very dark robe, this Shiraz has an almost syrupy appearance. Its aromas of wild fruits (raspberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants) combine with flavors of spices and cinnamon, with a hint of mint. It is a complex wine, very rich on the palate, oily, with a long and silky finish.
Food pairings
Serve at 16°C with Mediterranean cuisine, spicy dishes, meat in sauce, game, charcuterie, and a good goat cheese.