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Wine Specifics
WineWise Code | FCF-CRS23 |
Country | France |
Region | Languedoc |
Color/Style | Rosé |
Farming Practices | Sustainable |
Varieties | 60% Picpoul Noir, 20% Grenache, 20% Syrah |
Closure | Screw-top |
Case Size | 12x750 |
Pricing | Discountable |
Maceration | The grapes are picked before daybreak so as to destem, crush and then vat the grapes at below 15°C. Maceration, which lasts around two hours, is not only aimed at |
Destemming | Complete |
Fermentation Vessel | Stainless Steel |
Fermentation Duration | 20 days |
Aging Method | Stainless Steel 100% |
Aging Duration (months) | 2 months |
Filtered | Yes |
Fining Agents | Isinglass |
Yeast | Cultured |
Lees Contact/Stirring | No |
Malolactic | No |
Added Sulfur | Yes, 30mg/L |
Soil Type | Gravel |
Elevation (meters) | 20 |
Vineyard Aspect | South |
Vine Age | 30 |
Yields (hl/ha) | 45 |
Vine Training | Cordon double 4 years training |
Picking | Machine |
Annual Production | 7466 cases |
Notes from the Producer: Grape variety (Picpoul Noir) from middle age and unique in the world. Very recognizable aromatic profile.
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