Syrah and Mourvedre: 30 years average age Grenache from 40 to 93 years old
Situation du Vignoble :
In the North of the appellation, on the communes of Coruthezon, Orange and Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Soil in alluvial terraces is composed of galets (large rounded pebbles) mixed with sandy red clay.
Mode de Culture :
Principles of the "Agriculture raisonnee", a philosophie of production to guarantee: - a first quality product - a completely safe product - a better respect of our environment The use of traditional techniques as ploughing, hand harvesting and sorting by each grape picker.
Mode de Vinification :
De stemming of the grapes, maceration for a period of 20 days minimum. Part of the wine is stored in oak barrels for one year.
Alliance Mets et Vin :
Serve at 16 to 18 degrees. Appearance: Deep red and intensive colour, with some purplish highlights. Nose: Red fruits, leather, liquorice with hints of spice Palate: This is powerful wine which is well-blended and harmonious with a complex and well-balanced tannic structure. It displays great lenght and will age well for several years. This wine is in perfect harmony with game, red meat and cheese. This is a perfect wine for all celebrations. Peak: 5 years.
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