Le Plan des Moines Cote du Rhone Les Silènes

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A blend of Grenache, Roussanne, Clairette and Viognier. The region is dominated by a rocky peak and has a warm, dry climate, which is nonetheless modified by the influence of the powerful Mistral wind. The combination of these factors permits an environmentally friendly approach to viticulture, with minimum intervention.

After a light pressing, the grapes undergo a long fermentation of 5-6 weeks, with soft extractions, at a maximum temperature of 25C. in order to allow the full expression of a Mediterranean terroir which is associated with the rounded stones found in this region, the wine is matured in traditional concrete vats, out of contact with the air, for at least 4 months. This purist approach allows the tertiary aromas unique to this region to develop fully.

Crisp, bright wine with exotic aromas of tropical fruits and flowers.