Renaissance rouge 2005
Soil and climate The vines are planted on a plateau corresponding to the 2° terrace of the Tarn river. The Domaine Rotier Terroir is composed of very nice gravelly soils.
Grape varieties 30 % Duras, 25 % Braucol, 25 % Syrah, 20 % Cabernet Sauvignon
Climate conditions The drought in the summer was luckily not combined to any extreme heat. Cool nights in August and a small rainfall around August 15th helped to moderate the maturation of the grapes. A week of rain at the beginning of September delayed the harvest of the reds to Sept. 16th - 29th under a bright sunshine.
Type of winemaking All varieties are fermented separetely at 30-32° C. Maceration lasts between 3 and 5 weeks, with a micro-oxygenation of the wine under the cap of grapes.
Type of ageing After blending, the wine ages in french oak barrels including 15% new barrels. Barrel ageing las
Tasting notes In its youth, this wine has a dark purple color, a fruity nose reminding of cassis and cherry. Also, you will find notes of liquorice, pepper and other spices. The mouthfeel is full and rich, the tannins are well present and the finish is delicately fruity.
Food recommandation This wine goes well with tasty poultry, lamb or game (hare, deer, wild-boar ..) as well as marinated red meats.
It can be kept up to 10 years.
Medals & prices Médaille d'argent au Concours des vins de Gaillac 2007.
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