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 :
Le 30th vintage for Trévallon
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: 24 September. End of the harvest: 5 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 : 50%
Cabernet sauvignon : 50%
Serving :
Already very open. Decant 1 hour before tasting and serve at 16°C. Ageing potential up to 2026
Tasting :
This 2006 is a vintage which is incredibly accessible given its age with a silky texture red fruits in the mouth
Food pairings :
A casserole of wild boar or beef