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 :
One of the greatest vintages at 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: 11 September. End of the harvest: 21 September
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 : 40%
Cabernet sauvignon : 60%
Serving :
Decant before tasting and serve at 16°C
Aging potential of 30 years minimum
Tasting :
November 2007: November tasting in South Africa by Remington Norman. Lovely colour. Aromas of spice and chocolate on the nose. Firm and complex on the palate with silky tannins with good length in the mouth. Concentrated and young. The best wine of the tasting?
April 2005: The wine is at the start of its development. In my opinion wait 3-4 years before drinking. It will still evolve over the next 12-15 years.
