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
The vintage :
Magnificent year. Three weeks of Mistral wind in August which concentrated the grapes
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: 17 September. End of the harvest: 28 September
Winemaking :
No de-stemming, yeasting or sulphur. Ageing 24 months in foudres and barrels. Fining with fresh egg white. No filtration before bottling.
Cépages :
Syrah : 50%
Cabernet sauvignon : 50%
Serving :
Decant 1 hour before tasting and serve at 16°C
Ageing potential of 30 years
Tasting :
You are taken aback by this powerfully structured wine, wrapped in aromatic tannins, with a finish reminiscent of truffles and the 'garrigue'
Food pairings :
Goes well with truffles and morels
