Domaine du Traginer, Collioure Vieilli en Foudre 2013 Montagne de Reims

Domaine du Traginer, Collioure Vieilli en Foudre 2013 Montagne de ReimsEqual parts Grenache Noir, Carignan, Syrah & Mourvedre from 70 80 year old vines. Fermented in stainless steel and aged for 8 months in very old foudre barrels before bottling. Black cherry and garrigue y notes of wild thyme and rosemary, a silky tannic structure and great concentration.

the time and temperature of infusion is calibrated to produce a drink with remarkably complex but harmonious flavours

cherries and black berries well balanced with a subtle smoky aroma as well as a hint of floral geranium aromas

structure and savoury components

yellow grapefruit pith

Rich and flavourful on the palate

The recipe and method for mixing the wine

Aged undisturbed en lies for 7 months with a light filtration before bottling for focus and freshness

without the addition of any aromas

with balanced

soft peach skins

nectarine follow through to the palate with mandarin and subtle baking spice on the finish

and salty minerality