Brotte – Domaine Barville 2017, AOC Chateauneuf du Pape
Country : France
Region : Rhone
Sub-region : Chateauneuf-du-Pape (CDP)
Grape Variety : Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre (GSM Blend)
Terroir :
Sustainable viticulture, de-budding, de-leafing and green harvest. Hand-picking into small 12kg cases
Vinification :
Fermentation at 28°C, followed by a 3 week maceration. The tannic Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre are aged in French oak barrels (1/3 new, 1/3 one wine, 1/3 two wines). The softer Grenache is matured 1year in concrete vats and 100 year old oak vats to preserve the fruit.
Tasting Notes :
Nose : powerful and complex. The nose is pleasant with aromas of fresh red fruits, pepper and mint. Raspberry predominates, and opens with a floral, aromatic nose.
Mouth : the wine is surprisingly rounded for its young age, lots of suppleness, freshness for elegant fruit. The Syrahs exude blackberry, white pepper and touches of mint. The Grenaches bring aromas of fresh raspberry and touches of fresh ginger. The texture is remarkably full and velvety.
Serving: service at 17°C. To open 2 hours in advance.
Food Pairing: Enjoy with a traditional hare civet, beef cheeks, braised lamb shoulder or simply a chocolate mousse with raspberry coulis.
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Brotte – La Marasque 2018, AOC Gigondas
Country : France
Region : Rhone
Sub-region : Gigondas
Grape Variety : Syrah, Grenache
Terroir : Sustainable viticulture with ploughing and harvesting by hand. Traditional vinification with partial de-stalking and a gentle crushing.
Vinification : 4 weeks of maceration. Malolactic fermentation and aging in 100years old oak vat for 12 months.
Tasting Notes :
“An exceptional marriage of Syrah –Grenache with taste of brandy “la marasque” cherries”
Colour – Dark ruby color with green hints.
Nose – Good intensity with notes of spices, red stone fruits, vanilla, liquorice and raisins.
Palate – Complex, powerful and generous with hints of cherry liqueur, black and red fruit jam.
Food Pairing
Serve at 17 °C.
Enjoy with a traditional hare civet, beef cheeks, braised lamb shoulder or simply a chocolate mousse with raspberry coulis.
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Brotte – Marandy 2020, AOC Saint Joseph
Country : France
Region : Rhone
Sub-region : Saint Joseph
Grape Variety : Mainly Syrah
Terroir : “Marandy” : A tribute to the name and character of the historic Brotte Saint Jospeh “cuvée” coming from a so called area. (70s). This delicate and pleasing wine shows in historical records as early as the 16th century. Saint-Joseph (allegedly the protector of scorned husbands) was once lauded by the kings of France as well as Victor Hugo, who mentioned it in ‘Les Misérables’. The majority of the vines are planted on steep slopes. The soil is composed of light schist and gneiss on a granite base. The climate is hot and dry in summer and mild during the other seasons. Syrah finds its perfect balance on this terroir as the poor soils limit yield, and therefore favour the complexity of this great variety.
Vinification : The grapes are de-stemmed and crushed before being cold-soaked for a gentle and short maceration. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in concrete or stainless steel vats, at 26°- 28°C, to preserve maximum fruit, with daily pump-overs and some releases. The malolactic fermentation is followed by ageing in 100 year old oak vats for 6 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes :
“A Rustic character and Honest fruit”
Colour – Mauve with a raspberry rim.
Nose – Intense and moreish aromas of black fruits and pepper with toasty undertones.
Palate – Expressive, classically elegant tannins appear with notes of raspberry and blackcurrant. Beautifully mouth-filling with a spicy finish. With tannins in its youth, the wine will express its full character after 2 to 3 years of ageing.
Food Pairing: Enjoy with starters, fine ham & cold cuts, turkey, pot au feu, fresh or soft cheeses. Serve at 16°C
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