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Our range of varietal wines capture the heart and soul of the magnificent diversity of “terroirs” present throughout the Languedoc. We use both tradition and innovation to express the true essence of the grape varietal.
Vintage
2023
Grape Variety
Syrah
Tasting notes
A deep burlat colour with captivating purple highlights.
Press and Awards
The Buyer (DK), February 2021, Syrah 2019 “(…) vibrant, fresh, peppery, red-fruited expression of altitude Syrah. Polished, there’s subtle oak, but the sensual spice is fruit-driven.”
* vin très réussi. « Pourpre brillant à reflets violines, il dévoile un nez et caractéristiques de cassis et de violette. En bouche, une solide charpente soutient une matière ample. »
*1 étoile Guide Hachette
Jancis Robinson - 17/20. "Vincent Chansault (the winemaker) is a big fan of the Rhône. Very good structure. Cool and sleek and very polished. Very, very fresh. Very un-Languedoc!”
Tasting notes
A deep burlat colour with captivating purple highlights. On the nose, bewitching freshness mingles with a delectable complexity. Aromas of black berries, such as blackberry and
blackcurrant, are accompanied by a subtle floral essence of violet. The spicy notes of pink peppercorns add a fresh dimension to the bouquet. On the palate, the attack is smooth and concentrated, in perfect harmony with the promise of the nose. The texture is velvety, the tannins perfectly enveloping, offering a sensation of fullness on the palate, while providing structure and elegance. The finish is spicy, strongly reminiscent of black pepper, but also pleasantly prolonged by subtle hints of roasted cocoa.
Vinification process
Cold soak for one week - Natural fermentation for 50% 26° to 28°C and 50% inoculated fermented at 22°C to 24°C followed followed by a week of post fermentation maceration prior to pressing
Vineyards
La Livinière (Limestone) 80%, Roussillon (Slate) 20%
Ageing
10% in 3 year and more oak barrels for 9 months – 90% in vats on fine lees for 9 months – blending and bottling.
Further information
- Alcohol : 14,5 %
- Total acidity H2SO4 : 3.10 g/L
- pH : 3.81
- Residual sugar : 2.1 g/L
