QUERCUS RED 2019

Protected Designation of Origin

Scored 90/100 by TASTED – Andreas Larsson

Grape Varieties: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre & Old Carignan

Terroir: Our most valuable parcels on the northern slope of the lesser Luberon range down by the village of Oppède-le-Vieux.
30-year-old Syrah vines and 60-year-old Grenache goblets.
Limited yields on clay-limestone soils with some alluvium pebbles.

Winemaking: Traditional vinification in concrete tanks, after plot selection.
Aged during 30 months in new oak barrels only (225 liters).

Tasting Notes: Deep garnet robe, with ruby tints.
Complex oaky nose, garnished with liquorice and peppery gingerbread flavours. Hints of leather.
Highly concentrated red fruit aromas on the palate, the wood comes through with strong tannins and a good balance between structure and flavour.

15.5% vol.