MAGNUM VIGNELACROIX ROUGE

The intensity and elegance of the La Clape terroir united in a splendid Italian bottle.
Raised in old oak barrels, the nose is captivating with its complex bouquet of blackcurrants, spices and garrigue. The attack presents a silky and balanced mouth, even in its long finish. The tannins are still firm, but should soften after a year of laying down. To be savoured preferably with game, duck breast or rib steak.

Appellation:	AOP — La Clape 2015
Grape varieties:	Grenache 40%, Syrah 30% Carignan 30%
Culture:	Sustainable agriculture since 2004 for the environment and complexity of wine.
Soil:	Clay, sand, gravel.
Exposure:	Côteaux North West of La Clape.
Harvest:	Parcel harvest spread over 2 ½ months according to the maturity of the grapes.
Winemaking:	Selective manual harvesting, temperature-controlled fermentation without yeasting, vatting between 25 and 30 days. Separate vinification of grape varieties, manual punching, no gluing or filtration.
Ageing:	8 months in old oak barrels.
Degree:	14%
Laying down:	3 – 5 years.
Consumption at:	About 16 – 18° C
Tasting :	The dress is red with garnet reflections. Nose on ripe and grilled red fruits with a liquorice and spicy touch. Mouth in suppleness. To drink on the fruit. Easy pairing with grilled meats and cold cuts, cheeses…