Merrit wine

Appellation Canon Fronsac Contrôlée

Geographical situation

Mountain side in Fronsac.

Soil characterics

Clayey and chalky.

Grape variety

Majority of merlot.

Vinification and ageing

Harvest coming from high density vines.
Alcoholic fermentation under 28°C temperature. Light maceration in order to extract fruits aromas and eliminate grass savours and vegetal tanins. 
2 pumping-over by day corresponding one half tank volume were made.
We kept the must temperature between 26°C and 30°C. 
The maceration lasted 2 weeks with a 30°C temperature.

Area

1.5 hectares

Tasting comments

A great ruby colour. First  Vanilla  and oak notes appear then red fruits and raspberries flavours.In the mouth this is a rounded wine with soft tanins.Long finish with vanilla and fruity aromas.

To be served with

This sturdy wine will go nicely with meat,lamb, stews. 

Awards

2007 vintage: Bronze Medal in MACON 2009