Production
The grapes are machine picked and destemmed immediately thanks to an on-board de-stemmer. On their arrival in the cellar the grapes are transferred to concrete fermentation vats of 4 to 6 tonnes. Thermo-regulation enables controlled extractions during fermentation. Regular and gentle immersion of the cap enables optimum extraction of colour and tannins. Maceration on the skins can last up to three weeks. The wines is then matured in concrete vats followed by 4 months ageing in barrel to enhance the aromas.
Le Plan, Côtes du Rhône Villages, Plan de Dieu (Organic) 2019 (6 bottles case)
Tasting notes
This wine reveals the complex and mysterious terroir of the Plan de Dieu. Composed of round stones and red clay, the Plan de Dieu is a haven for the vines thanks to abundant groundwater reserves and a hot microclimate. Thanks to this unique combination, the Syrah and the Grenache can draw welcome freshness from the soils and achieve superb maturity in spite of sometimes heatwave conditions. This is a fruit driven wine which is the result of the perfect balance between the two grape varieties. And in respect for the terroir, the wine is also certified organic. Deep red with violet gleams. beautifully ripe aromas of cooked fruit such as cherry or plum on the nose. In the mouth it is dense and velvety with elegant fruit, underpinned by distinct oaky notes leading to a harmonious finish.
Food match
Ideal served with a vegetable tian, seared spiced tuna or tagliolini with clams and chorizo.
Info
GRAPE VARIETY
Syrah, Grenache
VINTAGE
2019
COUNTRY
France
REGION
Southern Rhône
ABV
15%
TOTAL ACIDITY
2.93%
RESIDUAL SUGAR
1.7g/l%
PRODUCTION METHODS
Organic