Terrasses du Larzac
A deep, gleaming, ruby red colour. The nose is powerful, with finely oaky notes that evoke liquorice, chocolate, vanilla pod, but also spices such as thyme and turmeric. The palate opens incisively, with excellent balance that implies good persistence to come. The smoothness and finesse of its tannins underpin notes of roasted grains, patisseries, mocha and white summer fruits that lead to a somewhat spicy, golden tobacco finish. Tasted blind, it presents a face which is mysterious, wayward, unfettered… in a word, a rebel.
Technical sheet
Appellation
AOP Terrasses du Larzac
Vintage
2019
Varieties
Mourvèdre 50%, Syrah 25%, Grenache 25%
Production
30 HL / Ha
Alcohol
14.5 % alc./vol
Terroir
Clay limestone with cryoclastic limestone gravel within a deep sandy clay soil.
Vinification
Traditional vinification in concrete vats. Punching down at the start of fermentation followed by daily moistening of the cap for 25 days. Malolactic fermentation in barrel.
Ageing
12 months in oak barrels (30 % new wood, 40 % barrels used for one vintage, 30% barrels used for two vintages).
Recognition and awards
- Vert de Vin Magazine Winter 2021/2022 16.5/20
- The Tasting Panel Magazine Nov 2022 92/100
- The Wine Merchant Top 100 2022 Highly Commended
- America Awards 2022 Silver Medal
Geographical location
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