Style
Type
Still
Winemaker
Dominique Ressès
Varieties
Malbec
Viticulture
For this cuvée, the Ressès try to use exclusively Auxerrois (Malbec) although sometimes a small amount of Tannat is blended for complexity. The harvest is triaged before entering the vat house.
Farming
Sustainable
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Vineyard
The Chateau La Caminade vineyards lie in Parnac, in the heart of the Cahors region. The 66 acres/27 hectares of vineyards are planted on a variety of soil types including gravelly sand and clay/limestone. The vineyards are certified “Haute valeure Environmentale” Level 3 which requires a comprehensive sustainability.
Vinification
Fermentation occurs in temperature controlled stainless steel vats. Maceration is extended to five weeks. M. Ressès has devised a system that allows for very gentle pumping of the juice over the cap.
Aging
12 months in oak barrels of which 50 % are new each year.
Features
Bottle, Cork
Available Sizes (L)
0.750
Distribution Area
New Jersey and New York
Tasting Note
Dark garnet in color, with purple highlights. Elegant and powerful nose, with ripe red fruits, woody vanilla, toasted, cocoa notes. Delicate, tender attack on the palate, with silky tannins. The aromas are chiseled. Refined, harmonious wine to serve with game, foie gras, truffles, porcini mushrooms, and lamb dishes.
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