Les Pépieux 2016

Plô Roucarels ・ Les Pépieux 2016

16R352

Red

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1btl. 750ml

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Les Pépyous" is the name of the small stream that once surrounded the vineyard, but it has now run dry. The soil consists of diverse clay-limestone, marl, and White sandstone. Carignan is pruned using the goblet method, while Syrah is pruned using the double Guyot method. Spring thinning and de-stemming are carried out, and in summer, leaves are thinned. The grapes are harvested by hand, with sorting done on the vine. The yield is 30 hL/ha.

Owning & Enjoying

Tasting notes
"Strength and complexity of aromas, wonderful pure fruit flavors, violet, wisteria, incense, garrigue, a tight, ripe structure, remarkable freshness, and a long, balanced finish make this an exceptional wine. An appealing and vibrant cuvée."

Coup de Coeur - Bethane & Dussau
Concours des Vignerons Indépendants - Silver Medal

Pairing
A complex wine that should be aged for 3 to 10 years. Goes well with game, red meat sauces and chocolate.

Production

Terroir: marl, sandstone

Winemaking: Carignan is fermented whole bunch, Syrah is destemmed. Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeast since 2006. Long maceration after fermentation. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels. Blended 2 months before bottling, no clarification or filtration. 1 to 4 400L and 500L barrels are used.