Cornas AC

Notes - 100% Syrah. On the right bank of the Rhône, this vineyard is situated around the village of Cornas, on slopes adjacent to the vineyards of Saint-Joseph. A part of the vineyard is on decomposed granite, locally known of as "gore", the other part is on chalky-calcareous soils of alluvions. The wine is vinified using traditional methods in open wooden vats, with two daily treadings.The fermentation lasts about 10 days and is followed by a 10 to 15 day maceration period. The wine is then aged 12 months in oak. The wine is dark red with some violet hints. The nose shows very ripe fruits, raspberry and blackcurrant jam, a bit of smoke, liquorice and pepper. The palate has flavours of blackberries, spices, morello cherry. Dense, strong tannins with good length. Excellent with hearty stews, red meat or game dishes.
 
     

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