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
Presentation :
For several years, rainfall has been non-existent in the summer. However, in 2021 we had 20 mm in July and 25 mm in August, small but beneficial rains for the vineyard. One of the coolest summers in recent years: Average temperature of 24°C in July and August compared to 27°C in 2022.
Location :
North of the Alpilles
Terroir :
Limestone and clay soil, very stony: Hauterivian et Barremian, second stage of the lower Cretaceous, less than 130 million years.
Harvest :
The harvest started on September 8th with the Syrah.
We finished with the Cabernet Sauvignon on September 21st.
Winemaking :
No de-stemming, yeasting or sulphur. Agening 24 months in foudres and barrels. Fining with fresh egg white. No filtration before bottling
Cépages :
Syrah : 50%
Cabernet sauvignon : 50%
Spécifications techniques
Serving :
Serve this wine at 16°C. Decant 1 hour before.
Tasting :
A very balanced wine on the palate with rounded tannins.
At nose :
Nose of red fruits, raspberry, cherry...
On the palate :
Slightly vegetal, minty notes that give it freshness. After a few minutes, we find notes of licorice, damp undergrowth.
Food pairings :
It will marry perfectly with a beef stew.
