2024 Technical Specifications

FR-TAV-ROLB01-2024
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 50% Grenache, 40% Cinsault, 10% Syrah
Classification AOC Tavel
Region Tavel
Soil Calcareous soil of tavel
Pressing Method Part Direct-Pressed, With The Other Component Carbonically Macerated
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Maceration 8 days
Oak Types Used oak
Barrel Size 1300
Production Details The release combined direct pressing with eight-day carbonic maceration. Élevage was divided equally between used 1,300 L vessels and tank before blending. Vivant notes low yields in 2024; Uncharted additionally describes bottling without added sulfur.
Tasting Notes Cherry cola, red fruits, squashed strawberry, mineral and rocky notes, soft herbs, blood orange and violets; structured, poised and fresh
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2023 Technical Specifications

FR-TAV-ROLB01-2023
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 50% Grenache, 50% Cinsault
Drinking Window 6–8 years of cellar potential
Region Tavel
Soil Sand, Limestone and rounded stones
Pressing Method Part Direct-Pressed, With The Other Component Carbonically Macerated
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Production Details The 2023 blend combined direct pressing with carbonic macerations lasting 8–9 days and was raised in muid, barrique and tank. Whynat also identifies manual harvesting and recommends serving at 14–16°C.
Tasting Notes Red fruits and floral notes; Whynat further specifies rose aromas and a fluid, elegant palate with depth
Food Pairing Grilled red meat, roast poultry, scallops, risotto or Asian dishes
Sources: www.demainlesvins.com ↗ www.whynat.fr ↗ · Compare this vintage

2022 Technical Specifications

FR-TAV-ROLB01-2022
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 60% Syrah, 40% Grenache
Classification Tavel AOC
Region Tavel
Pressing Method Direct Pressing Used Alongside Carbonic Maceration
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Oak Types Used oak
Tasting Notes Deep fuchsia; black cherry, raspberry, wild strawberry, cranberry, blackcurrant, violet, white pepper, redcurrant and baking spices; dry, medium acidity, medium alcohol, medium-plus body and a long finish
Sources: www.systembolaget.se ↗ www.closdesmillesimes.com ↗ uncorked.fr ↗ · Compare this vintage

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