Plantabelle AOP Languedoc Cabrières 2021 – 75cl red wine

Located upstream of the Pitrous valley, at the foot of the famous Cabrières ridges, the plot named Plantabelle enjoys an exceptional pedo-climatic situation. Situated on the heights of the village at 150 m altitude, this plot benefits from optimal sunshine and constant natural ventilation. Set within a forest environment where holm oak grows alongside downy oak — a sign of a temperate Mediterranean climate — this plot is planted with old vines of Grenache noir (70%) and Syrah (30%).
The soils, made up of colluvial schists, are well-draining and allow deep rooting while moderating the vigour of the vines.
Old vines, grape varieties suited to the terroir, soils that regulate rainfall variations, low yields, biodynamic viticulture, perfect health and phenolic ripeness as the trigger for manual harvesting are the essential elements that contribute to the typicity of this cuvée.

This wine pairs well with a wild boar terrine, stuffed squab, a Royale-style hare or a truffle Brie.

Harvested by hand and transferred to the cellar in small crates, the grapes are vatted after destemming. The well-ripened grapes yield their potential in colour, aromatic and phenolic components through maceration of variable duration depending on the vintage (7 to 10 days). At the end of winter, the wines are aged in barrels for 12 months. Release for sale takes place after one year of bottle ageing.

Dark and violet-hued in its youth, it lightens and takes on a tawny hue with age. An olfactory expression dominated by ripe fruits, notes of Garrigue and menthol. On the palate, density and elegance characterise this cuvée. The finish features silky tannins and a beautiful aromatic persistence and complexity, where notes of dark fruits, liquorice and roasting intertwine.

Keep away from sunlight and at a constant temperature