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 :
Just before the harvest came the rains.
This is rare at Trevallon but at the time of picking, we had to do the selection directly from the vines.
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: 22 September
End of the harvest: 2 October
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%
Serving :
Already drinking very well
Serve at 16°C
Tasting :
The nose has touches of pepper and spice with some floral notes. This is a very elegant vintage with lots of freshness in what is quite a Burgundian style
Food pairings :
Grilled red meat
