Cornas 2017

Soil and climate
Granitic, eroded on the surface in the form of sand. South / southeast orientation; the plots are located in the “Saint Pierre” and “Mazard” vineyards.

Grape variety
Syrah noire petite serine

Vineyard
Average age: 40 years, 7,500 vines / Ha Yield: 31 hl / ha Altitude: 380 m

Viticulture
Environmentally friendly and sustainable

Vinification
Whole grapes sorted without SO2 with twice-daily punching down for 3 weeks. Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts without artificial thermoregulation. Malolactic fermentation.

Ageing
On lees, reductive ageing without racking, with riddling without SO2 for 16 months.

Tastings
Elegant, rich and mineral wine with a beautiful purple color. It is slightly spicy, fruity (peaches) with floral notes of violet and licorice. It is velvety, tannic and tasty.