Origin

This 24 hectare (59 acres) steep slope constitutes our “home vineyard” immediately adjacent to the estate. The soil is composed of light- to medium-weight, stony weathered Devonian slate with considerable iron content. The forest at its upper end provides for an outstanding, balanced supply of water. Wines from this vineyard are elegant, racy, very zesty, and possess profound minerality.

Vinification

The grapes were harvested at the end of October and strictly sorted by hand. The fully ripened berries were gently crushed and briefly macerated on their skins, which are rich in aroma and minerals. The must fermented slowly and spontaneously at low temperatures, so that complex fruit aroma could develop perfectly. It then received an extended stay on its lees in stainless steel tank.