Our wines (Vincod, ne pas toucher)
Fruit, finesse and elegance: the winning trio for this wine from a privileged terroir. Dominant in the blend, this Merlot seduces with its greedy notes of pastry aromas that give way to ripe fruit. On the palate, it unfurls a silky body and finely woody notes.
The vintageThe 2023 vintage was marked by a number of meteorological events due to climate change.
The vine's growth cycle came earlier and earlier, with warm, wet spring conditions. Although we were spared frosts, we had to contend with heavy attacks of disease on our vines. The attention paid to the vineyard helped to stem the spread of these diseases.
During the summer, high temperatures and drought accompanied the development of the bunches. Veraison was spread out over July and August, depending on the grape variety and terroir, enabling the grapes to ripen very well.
The rains at the end of August and September helped to increase the volume of the harvest, which began on 6 September and lasted for 4 weeks, allowing perfect management of work in the vineyard and cellar. The harvest was of very good quality and the yields very satisfactory, once again demonstrating the adaptability of our vines and our terroir to climate change.
Vineyard area: 21 hectares
Grape varieties: 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec.
Appellation: Montagne Saint-Emilion
Terroir : Clay-limestone, clay-silica and sandy soils.
In the vineyardManual pruning in winter on hillside plots, then later on other plots to delay budburst and the onset of frost.
Branched vine shoots reused as compost for the soil.
Yield control.
Mechanical harvesting.
The harvest took place in mid-September for 3 weeks, allowing us to manage the work in the vineyard and cellar perfectly. The harvest was of very good quality and the yields very satisfactory, once again demonstrating the adaptability of our vines and our terroir to climate change.
WinemakingTraditional, temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats combined with micro-oxygenation.
Alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation.
Daily pumping-over and punching-down.
12 to 14 months in French oak barrels.
Serve at around 17/18 degrees, decant if possible or open an hour before serving.
Ageing potential5 to 10 years
TastingThis vintage reveals a deep garnet-red color with subtle purple highlights. On the nose, it charms with a rich palette of aromas combining black fruits and delicate spicy nuances. On the palate, its round, generous texture reveals gourmet flavors, with fruity touches that elegantly carry through to a refined finish. A complex, harmonious wine.
Visual appearanceIntense garnet-red with purple highlights.
At noseBeautiful aromatic palette combining blackberry and black cherry aromas with fine smoky notes.
On the palateRound and dense on the palate, with lovely raspberry notes ending on delicate hints of dried fruit.
Food pairingsAperitifs: Platter of fine charcuterie (dry-cured ham, terrines), tapas.
World cuisine: Lamb tagine with prunes, spicy beef empanadas, Mexican dishes such as beef enchiladas.
Game: Roast pheasant, wild boar stew with berries.
French specialties: Beef bourguignon, duck confit, grilled prime rib.
White meats: Chicken supreme with mushrooms, roast veal with herbs.
Red meats: Beef fillet with pepper sauce, grilled entrecôte.
Poultry: Duck with cherries, roast capon.
Cheeses: Mature Camembert, truffled Brie, character cheeses (Comté, Bleu d'Auvergne).
Desserts: Red fruit tart, dark chocolate fondant, blackberry pavlova.
Aperitif, International cuisine, Desserts, Cheese, Game, French cuisine, White meat, Red meat, Poultry
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Allergens (sulfites)Contains sulphites
Allergens (egg)Does not contain egg or egg products
Allergens (milk)Does not contain milk or milk-based products
Winegrowing labelAB Agriculture Biologique en conversion
Grapes
Merlot
: 80 %
Cabernet franc
: 15 %
Cabernet sauvignon
: 5 %
