Banyuls

Notes - Spread out on narrow and steep terraces, the Banyuls Appellation overhangs the Mediterranean sea. More than two thousand years old, the vineyard is rooted in a stony schist soil and benefits from exceptional atmospheric conditions. Moreover, the rare stormy showers which water this exceptional land, still hand worked, quickly drain away via an unique and efficient system. It is only after the fortification, a technique devised in 1285 by Arnau de Vilanova, which stops the fermentation, that the Banyuls wines get their Appellation and their seal of approval. 90% dark Grenache and 10% others. Dark garnet in colour with a touch of dry fruit, crystallised orange and pepper on the nose. Powerful chocolate and dried prune flavours on the palate and a fine, balanced structure means this wine has excellent ageing potential. Try as an aperitif or with blue cheese or chocolate desserts.
 
     

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