2019 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes

DESCRIPTION

On these soils, which naturally filter and produce low yields, it's proven that the finesse comes from the vineyard rather than the cellar. The pursuit of elegance is a hallmark of this estate, a former priory established in the 12th century.

DETAILS

THE VINE

• Area: 2 hectares

• The grape varieties: 60% Syrah, 30% Grenache Noir, 10% Carignan

• Average age of the vines: 25-45 years

• Organic farming

• Clay and limestone soil

• Hand harvesting
  

VINIFICATION

• Co-fermentation of varieties

• Total destemming

• Type of tank: 90 hl stainless steel

• Max fermentation temperature: 28° C

• Average maceration of 3 weeks
  

AGING

• 18 months in concrete
  

BOTTLING

• Crossflow filtration

• 14% alcohol