Farming philosophy : Organic (in conversion since 2019 - NOP certification in 2022)
Grevillière is the name of the plot, the oldest of the estate and one Daniel's first acquisitions.
Vineyard Information
Grape varieties : 100% Trousseau
Plot size : 1,21 ha (3 acres)
Average age of the vines : 70-80 years South facing
Elevation : 315m (1033 ft)
Soils : gravelly clay on a kimmiridgian limestone dome
FARMING PRACTICES
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Training method : Guyot double
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No pesticide
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No insecticide
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Cover crops
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Work of the soil 3 times a year
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Organic treatments (sulfur, copper...)
Winemaking
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Hand picked grapes / Destemmed 100%
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Yeast : indigenous
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Cold pre fermentation : 4 days
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Fermentation : Temperature controlled stainless steel tank / 15 days at 77°F
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Maceration techniques : 2 unballasting per day during
prefermentation / 1 pump over during fermentation
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Pneumatic press
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Aging : 18-24 months in seasoned large barrels
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Fined : no
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Filtration : Yes
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Vegan : Yes
Tasting notes
Nose of wild fruits (blackberry, morello cherry) and notes of grey pepper. Generous mouth with a beautiful tannic structure while keeping a nice freshness. The finish is of a beautiful breadth on the fruit and pepper.
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Press Ratings
90 pts Wine Enthusiast – 2016 vintage
90 pts Wine Enthusiast – 2018 vintage