ISTORIA 2015, Médaille d’OR, Concours des Grands Vins des Corbières 2018
ISTORIA 2015: 91+/100 Wine Advocate 2018
Terroir
Pebbled sandstone terraces facing south, south-west.
GRAPE VARIETY SYRAH 70% GRENACHE 20% MOURVEDRE 10 %
YIELD 15 Hl/ Ha – Vineyard are 50 years old
Vinification
Grapes are harvested manually at full ripeness.
Traditional vinification after destemming.
Fermentation temperature of 25-26° during 10 days.
Maceration and pumping over at temperatures of 23-24 °C during 15 to 20 days.
Pressed wines are separated from strained wines and blended only after tastings.
AGEING : 12 months in French oak casks. Fine filtration. Wines are bottled only once.
VISUAL ASPECT : Beautyful intense and deep ruby colour
OLFACTORY SENSATION : Candied cherries, red fruits with ripe, cacao, liquorice and spices.
Taste Notes
Fine wine, powerful and smooth.
Food Match
To decant before serving Service temperature : between 16°C – 18°C
Will accompagny the beautiful pieces of beef, game and stews simmered with red wine. To share with friends and family in all conviviality.
