Renaissance rouge 2006
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 20 % Duras, 50 % Braucol, 30 % Syrah
Climate conditions 2006 was a dry and early vintage. Luckily, August was cooler and wetter which limited the summer drought effect. Red grapes matured very quickly with hot weather during the first week of September. 90% of them were harvested between September 7th and 14th under wonderful sunshine, before storms.
Type of winemaking All varieties are fermented separetely at 28-30° C. Maceration lasts between 3 and 5 weeks, with 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 last
Tasting notes In its youth, this wine has a dark purple colour, 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 for up to 10 years.
Medals & prices Médaille d'argent au Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2008.
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