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94 Points
“This is a high quality small scale merchant - a range made with infinite care by a determined winemaker.” Jonathan Livingstone-Learmonth, Drink Rhône
From the banks of the Rhône between Tain-l’Hermitage and Ampuis
"frisky pepper and cinnamon, alpine herb, dried leaves. Yes thanks." Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)
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Description
100% Syrah from three sites, mostly granite, average of 30-year-old vines. Sarras and Andance in the centre and Saint-Pierre de Boeuf in the north, heading towards Ampuis.
Spontaneous ferment and maceration in stainless steel tank before élevage in old wood. Fermented with a large proportion of whole bunches.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Blackberry, Blackcurrant, Boysenberry, Bramble, Dried Herbs, Earthy
Palate:Black Cherry, Black Fruits, Blackberry, Chalk
Food Pairings:
Game
Pork
Red Meat
Description
100% Syrah from three sites, mostly granite, average of 30-year-old vines. Sarras and Andance in the centre and Saint-Pierre de Boeuf in the north, heading towards Ampuis.
Spontaneous ferment and maceration in stainless steel tank before élevage in old wood. Fermented with a large proportion of whole bunches.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Blackberry, Blackcurrant, Boysenberry, Bramble, Dried Herbs, Earthy
Palate:
Black Cherry, Black Fruits, Blackberry, Chalk
Food Pairings:
Game
Pork
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Blackberry, Blackcurrant, Boysenberry, Bramble, Dried Herbs, Earthy
Black Cherry, Black Fruits, Blackberry, Chalk
Game
Pork
Red Meat