Red Cigalus 2021

• One of the first and largest biodynamically cultivated estate in France
• A unique blend of 7 grape varieties offering a high quality wine with an impressive balance between ripe fruit, spices and a beautiful acidity
• A reference ambassador of French wines on Air France
• Lhe domain is certified AB ( organic wine ) and DEMETER (biodynamic agriculture).
• Official wine of the 2018 Nobels Ceremony banquet

Appellation : IGP Aude Hauterive
Vintage : 2021
Size: 750ml
Grape variety(s ) : Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, Caladoc, Carignan
Alcohol level : 14.5
Sku : 822253

Since autumn 2002, part of the vineyard has been managed biodynamically. To achieve this result, we are careful to respect two fundamental principles control of yields (25hl/ha): vines over 15 years old, no mineral nitrogen fertilization nitrogen fertilization, short Royat cordon pruning and green harvesting. and optimal ripeness: perfect sanitary condition (grapes sorted if necessary), classic ripeness control (doubled by polyphenol analysis), daily tasting of grapes from each plot to trigger harvesting. harvest. After alcoholic fermentation and before malolactic fermentation, the wines are placed in new 225-liter barrels. alcoholic fermentation and before malolactic fermentation, racking and blending. A selection of coopers is used to adapt the choice of wood and type of toasting for each vintage. The wine is in bottle for a minimum of one year before release.

Intense ruby color with a mahogany tint. The bouquet cries out concentrated, very ripe black fruit, toasted spices and oak. The palate is lush and opulent with velvety velvety tannins. Aromas of black fruits - blackberries, black cherries and plums plums - reappear with a complex, empyreumatic weave leading to mint. The finish is long with perfect perfect balance.

Keep out of the sun and at a constant temperature.

Best served at 16°C with roasted red meats poultry in sauce or mature cheeses.