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Our vineyards: Châteauneuf-du-Pape Côtes du Rhône Gigondas Vacqueyras       Red wine Muscat de Beaumes Table wine

Vacqueyras, red wine Soil and Grape varieties Terraces made of silt and sand located in Vacqueyras, Dentelles de Montmirail. - Grenache (75 %). - Mourvèdre (25%). Cultivation Method Vine age: hundred years old, means a low but qualitative production. Vine training techniques of the Grenache : gobelet. Vineyards conditions of the contract: soil maintenance, no chemical fertilizer. Productivity: 35 hectolitres/hectare. Elaboration - Manual vine crop and meticulous sorting. - Vatting of 15 days (temperature regulation, overpumping, and daily tasting. - 12-18 months of elevage in concrete tank. - No collage. - Slightly filtration before bottling. Tasting Fruity very intense (blackcurrant), with long and supple tannins. Well balanced. On the palate : good harmony, good persistence. To serve with : - Filet mignon aux oignons confits. - Magret de canard au vinaigre de framboise. - Fromages fermiers. Conservation : about 5-6 years. Back to reception

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