Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Grape: 50% Grenache, 30 % Mourvèdre, 20% Syrah
Soil types: Pure schist soils typical of the appellation. The appellation’s varietal range produces low yields which concentrate aromas and quality. Located in the uplands of the appellation area, at 250m above sea level, the due South facing vineyards have very low water levels.
Vineyard management: The Syrah and the Mourvèdre add complexity and power to the roundness and elegance of the Grenache. The Syrah is trained using the Cordon de Royat system, whilst Grenache and Mourvèdre are grown as bush vines. All the vines are farmed organically and sheep play a part in fertilizing them.
Winemaking: Winemaking is traditional with vatting lasting around 3 weeks. During winemaking, temperatures are kept below 25°C to maximize fruit aromatics. The intensity of pumping over depends on the results of the tastings. A lot of care is paid to limiting inputs, wild yeasts are used, SO2 levels are kept very low and no fining is used.
