Area of Production: 18ha
Grape: Malbec
Vintage: 2016
Vineyard: 400+ years of operation
Vine Age: 120+ years
Bottle Style: Bordeaux
Soil: Clay-siliceous, with pebbles and silex
Harvest: The harvest begins around the 20th of September and is hand-picked for the oldest vines.
Vinification:
- The maceration period is about 21 days.
- Pump-over method used
- Maturation period in large barrels for18 to 24 months, according to the millésime.
- Topping up, racking, blending, tasting rhythm the maturing period during which the tannin structure is becoming more rounded and where new complex aromas are released.
Alcohol content: 13%
Description: Vibrant. Violet notes lead, with pure and fresh dark fruits, and approachable tannins. Skillful use of oak rounds out the package, with a long, persistent finish.