A CONCENTRATE OF BLACKBERRY, BLACKCURRANT AND SPICES
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At the foot of the Sainte Victoire mountain, 15 kms from Aix en Provence, in the commune of Puyloubier, this domaine was bought in 1890 by Aurélien Houchart, a negociant and friend of Cézanne and great-grand father of Geneviève Quiot. This family estate has been farmed since Roman times some distance away from the “Via Aurelia”.
The vintage
A rainy but beneficial first semester which allowed to make up a little for the deficient water reserves in 2017. Consequently, spring was synonymous with mildew attack but thanks to a proper control, the harvest has been preserved. The summer was hot and sunny, which allowed us to approach the harvest in optimal conditions. The health of the berries was excellent and conducive to the expectation of optimal maturity, favored by a magnificent beginning of autumn with hot afternoons and cool nights.
Location
At the foot of the Sainte Victoire mountain, near the town of Puyloubier. The domaine is located in the plain between the Sainte Victoire and Aurélien mountains. This very particular situation creates a very specific climate to this area.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils, with a coarse texture, resulting from the decomposition of the bedrock of the surrounding mountains.
In the vineyard
In traditional culture, the work in the vineyard favors the work of the soil and the preservation of the environment.
Harvest
October 2018
Winemaking
Total de-stemming and 20% "saignée" to make Rosé wine. Vatting time : 10 to 15 days at 27-28°C. Matured for 10 to 12 months.
Varietals
Cabernet sauvignon
Carignan
Grenache noir
Syrah
Carignan
Grenache noir
Syrah
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14.5 % vol.
Advice
Serving
Serve it around 15°C. We suggest you to refresh it in summer.
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years, 5 years
Tasting
Wine with scents of violet, blackcurrant and white pepper. Supple and deliciously fruity palate. A versatile wine to serve chilled (15-16°C) for more sparkle.
Visual appearance
Vermillon red.
At nose
Red berry and pepper aromas.
On the palate
Red berries with a lovely, well balanced tannin structure.
Food pairings
Barbecues or Italian dishes.
Recipes
SARDINIAN PASTA
You will need fresh Italian sausage (or from Toulouse), pecorino, cherry tomatoes, tomato puree, 1 red onion, 2 garlic cloves, the pasta of your choice (here gnochettis) and a little bit of olive oil.
First, peel and chop the onion and garlic cloves. Peel the sausage. Brown everything with olive oil over medium heat, preferably in a high side pan. Stir well and cook until obtaining a nice homogeneous golden color. Wash and slice the tomatoes and add them to the preparation. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, gently stirring. Add the tomato puree and cook for 5 more minutes. Meanwhile, cook the pasta, don’t drain them too much and add them to the pan. Mix well and add the pecorino, grating it over the preparation. It’s ready, enjoy your meal ! Learn more ›
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"Une robe d'un grenat intense habille ce vin au nez franc autant que généreux de fruits rouges compotés (fraise, framboise, cerise). Un fruité que l'on retrouve dans une bouche aux tanins fondus, agrémentée d'une touche vanillée signant le passage en fût. Un rouge équilibré, bien dans le ton du millésime 2018."
"Medium deep ruby red colour. Ripe nose of sweet plum, red berries, garrigue, tobacco and fine wood. Youthful palate, fresh and vibrant still a tight texture with fine layers of spicy red fruit and good length. A wine needing another 2-3 years to open. "
"This rich wine, is full of warm southern perfumes with wild thyme and spice. The crisp edge to the wine's richness suggests that it will need some time to mature before drinking. Drink the wine, with its black fruits, from 2022." [+]
