Country: France
Region: Loire
Appellation: Vin de France
Grape variety: 100% Grolleau Noir
Style: Red
ABV: 9.0% by vol.
Vineyard size: 10 hectares
Terroir: Sandy soils
Age of vines: 20 years
Farming: Dry-farmed. Organic. Ploughed by horse.
Harvest: By hand
Vinification: Short, whole-cluster maceration. Slow pressing using large wooden basket press. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, without any manipulation. No fining. No filtration.
Aging: Six months in fiberglass tanks.
Sulfur added: None
Notes: Light, bright and 9% ABV, this short maceration Grolleau Noir has a blast of fresh fruit and sparkling tannins. Easy-drinking and fun.