Presentation :
Trévallon is known for its long aging process, more than 2 years for its reds. Racking is kept to a strict minimum, the lees found at the bottom of the barrels continue to nourish the wine during the ageing process
Location :
North Alpilles
Terroir :
Limestone and clay soil, very stony: Hauterivian et Barremian, second stage of the lower Cretaceous, less than 130 million years
In the vineyard :
Beginning of the harvest: 23 September. End of the harvest: 8 October
Winemaking :
No de-stemming, yeasting or sulphur. Ageing 18 months in foudres and barrels. Fining with fresh egg white. No filtration before bottling.
Cépages :
Syrah : 40%
Cabernet sauvignon : 60%
Serving :
Decant before tasting and serve at 16°C. Aging potential of 20 years
Tasting :
April 2010 :1991 is about finesse with a light nose of animal and tabac blond. The colour is clear ruby with some lighter garnet glints. In the mouth it is silky with fine tannins and still very healthy
November 2007: November tasting in South Africa by Remington Norman Clear colour, spice on the nose, firm texture on the palate where the cabernet is dominant. Elegant with lovely acidity. A pretty wine. Drink now
