Héloïse, Vin de Pays du Vaucluse — 2014
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Introduction
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Héloïse d’Argenteuil, brilliant disciple-turned-lover of Pierre Abélard, fearless and forward-thinking. Showcasing the elegance and restraint of cooler-climate Syrah, with some fleshy Grenache and a touch of Roussanne to add floral aromatics.
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Vineyard Profile
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Pruning Method: Double cordon de Royat, 6 shoots per cordon
- Viticulture: Organic and biodynamic practices, certified BeeFriendly and HVE 3 sustainable viticulture (highest tier
- Vine Age: Grenache - over 60 years old; Syrah - 50 years old
- Soil: Clay and limestone, very stony
- Elevation: Grenache - 530 meters (1,738 feet); Syrah - 540 meters (1,771 feet)
- Exposure: Grenache - Northwest facing; Syrah - Southwest facing
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Vinification
- Fermentation: In wooden tanks, with skin maceration for 5 weeks; 100% malolactic
- Barrel Aging: 18 months
- Filtration: Unfiltered
- Fining: Unfined
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 70% Syrah, 26% Grenache Noir, 4% Roussanne
- Alcohol: 14%
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Tasting Notes
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Appearance: Deep, brilliant crimson color
Nose: Rich and intense with fruit notes and hints of spice
Palate: Fleshy and full-bodied with ripe fruitsFinish: Long
- Serving Suggestions: A generous and intense blend with strong aging potential, ideally suited to game birds, poultry, lamb and roasted vegetables. Decant for 2-3 hours and serve at room temperature.
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