Rasteau benefits from the peculiar Southern Rhône climate. For the most part the Grenache is facing south and protected from the mistral, enabling it to mature particularly well. The wine develops aromas of figs, dark chocolate and a texture typical of the appellation.
Presentation
Presentation
Our Rasteau L'Andéol is a delightful wine that will pair well with traditional hearty cuisine. You can age it for 6-7 years.
The vintage
2015 was a magnificent year in the south as well, characterized by excellent sanitary conditions thanks to the mild, wet winter, followed by a relatively hot, dry spring. The vines coped well with the extreme heat and lack of rain in the summer thanks to good hydric reserves. Following satisfactory flowering, rapid and regular ripening was assisted by rain that fell in August, producing berries rich in phenolic compounds and anthocyanins. As in the north, harvesting took place under excellent conditions.
Location
A 2 hectare vineyard that we farm with south facing terraces, protected from the Mistral.
Terroir
Old terraces of gravel on sand and Pliocene clay.
Ageing
90% in stainless steel, 10% in Foudres. Ageing for 6 months before bottling.
Varietals
Grenache
Syrah
Syrah
Advice
Serving
Serve in big glasses at 18°C.
Tasting
This red Rasteau 2015 comes from the beautiful slopes and terraces of Rasteau. This wine seduces by its strong personality. 2015 is a blanced vintage, the wine already shows a big potential. Complex nose (blackberry and cherry notes), rich and elegant. The tannic texture is structured giving a long lasting vintage. Beautiful texture. Dense finish.
