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Le Petit Merle Aux Alouettes
Vin de Pays d’Oc
2008
Red
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Blended from : Merlot 100 % First launched : 2003 Vine’s average age : 23 years
Soil & cultivation : Arid, stony, lime and clay soil. Vines cultivated organically under supervision of Ecocert. Ploughed, no chemicals or fertilisers.
Yield : 32 hectolitres/hectare
Vinification : Once hand sorted on tables, the grapes are gravity fed into vats. No yeast. Traditional vinification with alternating cap immersion and juice circulation. Five weeks’ maceration. Pneumatic pressing. |
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Maturing : 11 months in stainless steel vats.
Bottled in July 2009, No fined . Production 9,800 bottles.
Tasting notes : Seductive, aromatic, rich and plummy, with just enough tannin to add body and structure, this wine holds its own with Bordeaux’s best ! The classic soft fruity Merlot characteristics are lifted with just a touch of spice and cloves. A sophisticated wine to complement fine international cuisine.Uncork for 2 hours before serving at 15-17° .
At its peak : Probably in 2012 - 2015 |