Réserve Cabernet Sauvignon Red
- IGP Pays d'Oc
Red,IGP Pays d'Oc
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
history
The Luc Pirlet estate is located in the Languedoc Roussillon, the largest wineproducing region in France. Luc is fortunate in having his vineyard in the greatest part of this region which combines the advantages of the Mediterranean and Atlantic climates near the Pyrenean mountains.As a result, the wines produced have the fruitiness given by the south-facing Mediterranean hills, and a good level of acidity due to the high altitude of the hills on the Atlantic side.
Vineyard
Between the villages of Carcassonne and Limoux, near the Pyrenean mountains, not far from the Spanish border. Different plots of soils made up of sandstone, schist and chalk and clay. Vines: 20 to 30 years old - 28 acres - Yield: 50 Hl per hectare - 2.9T. per acre.
Winemaking
Harvested when perfectly ripe. Grapes are destemmed and fermented for 3 weeks at 80°F. Frequent pumping-over. Ageing in french oak barrels (1/3 new barrels).
Tasting notes
Very dark in colour. Nose of blackcurrant and blueberry with a hint of green pepper. Medium-bodied with finely balanced tannins.
Food pairing
Barbecues, steaks, Mexican dishes and lamb chops.
Aging potential
Up to 8 years.
Grape varieties
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Press
Current and upcoming vintage ratings :
202191 International Wine Report
91
2021
The 2021 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon begins with inviting aromas of ripe currants and cherries that come together with tobacco, chocolate and peppery spices. On the palate this possesses a medium body that is well-balanced with a wonderful mouthfeel which gives way to dark/red fruits and spices that cascade onto the long finish. This is incredibly expressive today, however this should continue to drink nicely over the next decade.
International Wine Report
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