Style
Type
Still
Winemaker
Sophie Brard-Blanchard
Appellation
Charente
Varieties
Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Viticulture
The Pineau Rouge is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
Farming
Certified Organic
Vinification
Occasionally when grapes are particularly ripe, Sophie allows a day or two of spontaneous fermentation to occur before the “mutage”.
Aging
After adding the Eau-de-Vie de Cognac in the proportion ¼ , the resulting “liqueur” is aged in tank throughout the winter for a natural clarification. This is followed by two years of aging in barrels that are at least seven years old. A light filtration is done before bottling.
Features
Cork
Available Sizes (L)
0.750
Distribution Area
New Jersey and New York
Tasting Note
Beautiful ruby color, limpid, very shiny. Complex nose which combines aromas of red fruits and candied fruits. On the palate, this elegant Pineau has aromas of morello cherries. Subtle blend of fresh grape juice and Cognac produced during the harvest.
Offerings from Brard-Blanchard
Pineau des Charentes Rouge
2 Commerce Dr. Suite 3 Moorestown, NJ 08057
Office 800.245.0184
Fax 856.985.5848
