Country: France
Region: Loire
Appellation: Vin de France
Grape variety: 100% Grolleau Noir
Style: Red
ABV: 10.0% by vol.
Vineyard yield: 70hl/ha (négoce)
Terroir: Schist
Age of vines: 25 years
Farming: Dry-farmed. Organic. Plowed 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: Short maceration Grolleau Noir has a blast of fresh fruit and sparkling tannins. Easy-drinking and fun.