Ermite du Maunier Vieilles Vignes Red 2007

Domaine de Fontlade Coteaux Varois en Provence 60% Shiraz, 30% Grenache, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon – all from vines more than 35 years old Venison and other game, roasted red meat, duck, patés, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, chocolate desserts Grapes picked at time of phenolic maturity (brown pips) around October 10 Long maceration period (about 21 days) before shredding and pressing. A small part is not pressed but dipped into the vats. Fermentation at 79°F. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is finished and put into recycled oak barrels for up to 18 months before being blended in vats and later bottled (usually three years after the vintage). 2 Stars: Guide Hachette 2010 http://www.chateau-de-fontlade.com

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