The wines dense and velvety robe leans towards a red–black colour. The nose expresses aromas of blackberry, blueberry, redcurrant, and cherry pit. It can develop a wild feline character with age.
Food Pairing:
In perfect harmony with feathered or furred game, braised or roasted. It also accompanies red meats, for example beef steak or duck breast. It goes well with the most powerful cheeses, such as Epoisses.
Serve at 14 to 16°C
VINIFICATION
Destemming: 100%
Maturation: 12 months in barrels, then 4 months in stainless steel vats (10–20% new barrels)
Fermentation: 18 days in open, temperature-controlled, stainless steel vats; very little punching down and some pumping over
Laying down From 2 to 15 years depending on the vintage
