Black fruits, garrigue and cocoa ... a complex and structured wine.
Presentation
Presentation
Our “Hommage Jérôme Quiot” are wines which, due to their fruity side, are accessible to the greatest number of enthusiasts. They highlight the characteristics of each of the appellations from which they come. We have chosen to make these wines "Pleasure Wines" which combine the tradition of the terroirs and a fruity trend for wise and relaxed consumption.
Location
Since 2010, the Rasteau cru has been recognized as an AOC (before, Rasteau was a Côtes du Rhône Villages with the name of a town). Rasteau wines are generally marked by aromas of very ripe red and black fruits, nuanced by light scents of garrigue. On the palate, spicy notes of cocoa, liquorice and leather enrich the palate.
Terroir
The AOC Rasteau landscape is made up of hills, vineyards and plains where the Ouvèze River meanders. The vineyard extends over the entire Rastelan territory and does not exceed 360m in altitude. To the north, a landscape of gentle hills hollows out of valleys to form the famous spurs. To the south, old terraces stretch their slopes, thus diversifying the relief.
Our unique plot in Rasteau is located on a terroir of red clay and small pebbles.
Our unique plot in Rasteau is located on a terroir of red clay and small pebbles.
Winemaking
Total de-stemming. Vatting time : 17 to 21 days. Matured in vats and "foudres".
Varietals
Grenache
Mourvèdre
Mourvèdre
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14.5 % vol.
Advice
Serving
The ideal tasting temperature to fully enjoy all the aromas is between 14 and 16 degrees.
Ageing potential
5 years, 5 to 10 years
Tasting
Dark and deep garnet color. Ripe berries, Provencal herbs. Balance between body and freshness. Final of spices and undergrowth. Rasteau wines are very popular in their youth but they are also known to be great wines to keep, to be tasted after 8 to 10 years...
Food pairings
Game birds, rack of pork, lamb chops
