Minervois

TASTING NOTES

Onctuous and sensual, Minervois reveals intense berry fruit flavors. Dominated by the rich and peppery Syrah, this wine is exceptionally soft with silky fruitiness coming from the Grenache.

PAIRING

BBQ (Sausages and White meats),Beef Bourguignon, Beef dishes (Hamburger, Beef fillets with truffles, Beef Steak au Poivre)

 

Appellation Minervois
Color Red
Grape Varieties Mainly Syrah, Grenache, Carignan
ABV (Alcohol By Volume) 13.5-14.5%
Bottle Size 75cl
Type of Soil Clay-limestone , Sandstones
Vinification Maturing :
– 30 % tank
– 20 % demi muids (new and one year old wood)
– 20 % barrels of 225L (new and one year old wood)
– 30 % barrels of 400L (one and two years old wood)