Domaine de Cantarelle, Madame, Cotes de Provence, France, 2021/2022

Grape Varieties: Grenache Cinsault & Syrah.

Character & Taste:
Light melon colour and a beautiful clarity
Complex and intense nose, peach and mango notes.
On the palate, wealth and finesse, notes of citrus fruits, exotic fruits and pomelos, beautiful complexity and length.

Food Pairings: Small vegetables with artichoke mousseline, tangy desserts.

Serve: Cold, between 8°C and 10°C (46°F – 50°F).
Cellaring:  1-2 years

The Wine Estate:
Clay and limestone soils
Mediterranean climate
Agricultural productivity 50 hl/ha

Wine Making Process:
The grapes are harvested at optimal maturity in order to preserve the maximum number of aromatic precursors. The harvest is carried out at night to keep the grapes fresh. The pressing takes place in an inert gas (nitrogen) press in order to avoid any oxidation of the juices. Then, the juices ferment slowly in thermo-regulated vats between 7° and 8°C. To extract the maximum amount of aromas, the bourbes macerate at 4°C for two weeks, and there are filtered and added to the fermentation vats. The best vats are then selected for a precise blend to obtain the desired profile for this cuvée.