Crozes-Hermitage Rouge Nobles Rives 2020 - Cave de Tain

Crozes-Hermitage Rouge Nobles Rives 2020 - Cave de Tain

- Geographical location: Northern Côtes du Rhône, left bank of the Rhône

- Grape variety: Syrah

- Terroir : Granitic in the north, fluvio-glacial alluvium and terraces of rolled pebbles from the Rhône. Some loess veneers.

- Climate: Continental with Mediterranean influence

- Vinification : Careful selection of the grapes according to their origin and maturity, the grapes are completely destemmed. Traditional fermentation in stainless steel or thermo-regulated concrete tanks. Vatting time of 20 to 25 days with gentle extraction methods: regular punching down, delestage and pumping over according to the progress of the fermentation. Fermentation and maceration temperatures are maintained at around 28°C. Malolactic fermentation in vats before ageing.

- Ageing: 60% in vats, for 9 to 12 months, to preserve the freshness of the fruit; the remaining 40% in 400L oak barrels of different ages to refine the structure, volume and length of the wine.

- Tasting notes: Colour: intense cherry red with purple hues. Aromas typical of the appellation: fresh red fruit, pepper, liquorice and a hint of roasting. Palate: rich and greedy with ripe red fruit, aromatic herbs, liquorice and violet. The tannic structure is elegant. The finish is marked by the freshness of the fruit and the spices.

- Serving temperature: 16 - 18°C

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