Soil Type : Plots on steep terraces in Tupin. It is a typical soil of the South of appellation (Gneiss).
Viticulture tasks are handmade as several centuries ago.
Grape variety : 95% Syrah, 5% Viognier
Average age of the vines : 30 years.
Average Yield : 40 hl/ha.
Winemaking : Harvested by hand. 80% destemmed. Vatting for 3 weeks. Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation. Traditional pumping over the cap. Ageing: It should ageing about 20 months in oak barrels.
Tasting :
Eye : bright ruby red
Nose : Silky and harmonious nose. floral
Palate: fresh and dense palate with peppery notes, smoke and a long spicy finish
Consumption : It can be laid down for 5 to 15 years.
Food and wine matching : Rare rib or rump of beef. Roast lamb.
Serving temperature : 17° - 18° C.