Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint-Joseph "Cavanos" red 2023

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Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint-Joseph "Cavanos" red 2023

Technical Sheet written by the domaine :

Origin : For this cuvée, we have isolated our plots located in Chavanay, this village, the northernmost of the AOP, brings out the freshest expression of Syrah. It is also the only village composed exclusively of muscovite granite, producing elegant and delicate "Saint-Joseph". These plots made up the majority of the blend for the cuvée "Amarybelle".
We therefore remove this cuvée in favor of the cuvée "Cavanos", the ancient Gallic name for Chavanay.

Terroirs : muscovite granite.

Grape Variety : syrah.

Viticulture : vines planted predominantly at high density, 8000 / 10000 vines per hectare. Without insecticides, the number of treatments is limited based on the weather, the addition of fertilizers is very low and exclusively organic, respecting the balance of the soils and the plant. Control of vigor and yields, leaf thinning, green harvesting for better grape maturation.

Vinification : the grapes are hand-harvested. In the cellar, sorting, crushing, and partial destemming. Fermentation in open tanks for about 3 weeks with temperature control, regular punching down and pumping over. Malolactic fermentation in barrels, with natural yeasts.

Aging : 16 months in barrels.

Style : Balanced and velvety wine. Nose of intense red and black fruits, sour cherries, and blackcurrants, with delicate notes of noble wood essence making this wine complex yet delicate. The palate has a beautiful balance, the texture is velvety, and the purity of the terroir gives it a lovely elegance. The tannins are fine and spicy.

Cellaring : can be enjoyed young and can age for about ten years.

Pairing : characterful red or white meat, beef, lamb.
Provençal beef stew, Camargue rice.