Esquirol 2017
Provence - Côtes de Provence Sainte Victoire

Tasting notes
Appearance:
strong, deep ruby hue.
Nose:
intense with red and black fruits (raspberry, blackcurrant), accompanied by notes of spice, menthol and chocolate.
Palate:
a powerful and well balanced wine with a round character and silky tannins. Fresh finish with ripe fruit notes.
Sommelier's advice: Food pairing: game (wild boar, hare and venison), red meat and medium-hard cheeses. Best enjoyed at room temperature. Serving temperature: 18°C.
Grape variety/varieties:
Syrah, Grenache.
Harvest:
Harvesting is carried out by hand and takes place in the morning to preserve freshness and aromas.
Soil:
Very stony sandy-clay soil on the surface and clay-limestone deep down. Parcels located in the village of Pourcieux at the foot of Mount Aurélien in a local area known as Esquirol.
Mediterranean climate.
Mediterranean climate.
Vinification:
The grapes are entirely destemmed and then put into vats. After ageing in concrete tank for 4-6 weeks, the wine is aged in barrel for 12 months.
Alcohol content:
14