2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Cellaring potential of 3–5 years
Region Chateaumeillant
Soil Siliceous soils with sand and sandy clay; granite and schist are also identified.
Fermentation Vessels Vats
Maceration 11 days
Production Details The grapes were harvested by hand and destemmed before alcoholic fermentation in vats. After malolactic fermentation, the wine matured in vats for 10 months. The recommended serving range is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Garnet colour; red-fruit aromas led by cherry and Morello cherry; rounded, charming palate with light tannic astringency.
Food Pairing White meats; braised or pan-fried red meats; roast with reduced meat jus; Saint-Marcellin cheese.
Vintages
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Gamay
Drinking Window Cellaring potential of 3–5 years
Classification AOC/AOP Châteaumeillant
Region Chateaumeillant
Soil Siliceous soils with sand and sandy clay; granite and schist are also identified.
Fermentation Vessels Vats
Maceration 11 days
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Production Details The grapes were harvested by hand and destemmed before alcoholic fermentation in vats. After malolactic fermentation, the wine matured in vats for 10 months. The recommended serving range is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Red-fruit aromas led by cherry and Morello cherry; rounded, charming palate with light, pleasant tannic astringency.
Food Pairing White meats; braised or pan-fried red meats; roast with reduced meat jus; Saint-Marcellin cheese.