Label-Moulin-a-Vent-Granite-Manganese

Appellation: AOC Moulin-à-Vent

Area of production: 2.5 acres

Grape: 100% Gamay

Vintage: 2017

Bottles: Burgundy style

Production: 5,000 bottles a year

Soil: Granite and sand bedrock, with a high proportion of manganese

Harvest:

  • Limited phytosanitary treatment
  • Supporting sustainable agriculture since 1991
  • Treatment only in case of disease
  • Grape harvested at the peak of maturity
  • Hand picked harvests
  • Grape de-stemming done partially

Vinification:

  • Carbonic maceration for a minimum of 8 days
  • The wine is aged for 9 to 18 months depending on the vintage in oak barrels (1, 2 or 3 wines) sourced from Domaine Lucien Lemoine in Beaune

Alcohol content: 12.5%

Description:

Deep and intense color. Concentrated nose, powerful with velvety and elegant tannins characterized by a remarkable length. The flavor profile is dominated by well-ripened red fruit and a hint of cherry. Can be kept 7 to 10 years.