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
Winemaking :
No de-stemming, yeasting or sulphur. Ageing 18 months in foudres. Fining with fresh egg white. No filtration before bottling.
Cépages :
Syrah : 40%
Cabernet sauvignon : 60%
Serving :
Decant before tasting and serve at 16°C
Tasting :
March 2013 Remains very good and still has ageing potential of 4/5 years.
April 2005 Certainly one of the most beautiful vintages that I have ever made. Very rich and extremely concentrated with notes of fig. Drink or keep
Food pairings :
Leg of marinated wild boar, grilled on vine branches
