PAYS D'OC

JEAN-PAUL FONTAINE

An oasis in the middle of the desert

Cépage : Grenache, Syrah
Terroir : Minervois; area of extremely varied soils and landscapes, in this case mainly clay and limestone terraces, near the foothills of the Black Mountain, the soils are poor enough to cause naturally low yields. The climate is Mediterranean and marked by a water deficit, a high daytime heat and cooler nights due to the nearby high limestone plateau.
Vinification : Harvest at optimal maturity preserving freshness, slow pressing, settling under cold. Fermentation led under strict controlled temperatures.
Tasting : Fresh and fruity, with fine notes of citrus and small crisp red berries, it will accommodate tapas, pasta, poultry, white meats, fish and shellfish.