AOP VENTOUX ROUGE
Region
Southern Rhone Valley – France
Soils
Mediterranean climate moderated by the nearby Ventoux mounts. Soils are mostly red.
Harvest & vinification
Grapes are harvested at optimum maturity. Separate traditional vinifications are conducted for each grape variety. Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation with a two three weeks’ maceration period. Malolactic fermentation and ageing in concrete. Blending followed by bottling.
Grape Varieties
Grenache – Syrah – Mourvèdre – Cinsault
Tasting
A deep and brilliant ruby colour. A fresh, complex and expressive nose of cherries and gooseberries. A sensuous mouth accompanied by silky tannins. The wine is
well balanced with an enjoyable fresh finish to it.
Wine & food matching
Great companion for pork tenderloins with plums.
Serve at 15-16°C.
Drink within 5 years.
