Vineyard
The Frontonnais, a Toulouse vineyard, is situated on the wide terraces between the Garonne and Tarn rivers, leaving Toulouse via the right bank.
Terroir
The presence of iron and quartz in this poor and gravelly soil allows the Négrette grape to express its very special character, with aromas of violet and black fruits (blackberry-cherry-blackcurrant). A sincere, inimitable wine that cannot deny its terroir of origin.
Grape varieties
55% Négrette, 45% Syrah. The Négrette, a grape variety unique in the world, appeared in the 12th century under the name "MAVRO" (black in Greek), brought back from Cyprus by the Knights of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem. Demanding, it has acclimatized to this unique terroir of Fronton; Négrette is one of the rare grape varieties that reveals in the wine the same aromas found when biting into fresh grapes.
Vinification
Grape variety by grape variety following the Bordeaux method. Parcels of old vines selected at the time of harvest. Temperature carefully regulated from 24 to 28°C depending on the grape varieties. During fermentations, pumping over times are personalized tank by tank, seeking the finesse and nobility of the tannins. Depending on the grape varieties, maceration lasts from 3 to 4 weeks. Aged one year in oak barrels of one and two wines, then in tanks and bottles.
Tasting
Very dense deep garnet color. Intense and complex nose of tobacco, vanilla, and gingerbread, licorice and eucalyptus, macerated prune. Harmonious, flexible, and indulgent mouthfeel, fine, peppery and licorice-flavored, with a nice length on bitter cocoa. Storage for 7 to 8 years depending on storage conditions.
Pairings
Grilled duck breast, ratatouille, veal roast with olives, fresh goat cheese marinated in Herbes de Provence, lightly sweetened grape tart, black fruit mirror.
Température idéale de service
16-18°C.
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