Beaulieu
"From the Land and the Fruit"
Technical description
Appellation
IGP Coteaux de l’Ardèche
Terroir
Plots: Berty Greenhouse and Brujas Greenhouse
Berty's Greenhouse: hillside plots in the heart of the garrigue; altitude from 117m to 135m, soil >60% decomposed limestone + Montmorillonite clay
Serre de Brujas: hillside plot in the heart of the garrigue, altitude 121m to 131m, soil >40% limestone + illite clay and kaolinite
Area : 4 hectares
Climate: Mediterranean climate in the heart of the garrigue, characterized by a large daily temperature range
Vine age: 35 years
Planting density: 4,000 to 4,400 plants/ha
Grape varieties
2013 : 50 % Syrah, 25 % Grenache, 25 % Cinsault
Culture
Organic and biodynamic
Yield
35 hl/ha
Yeast
Indigenous yeast (naturally present on grape skins)
Elevation
18 months, 80% in 228-litre barrels (1 to 5 wines previously used) and 20% in 168-litre amphorae
Annual production
13,635 bottles
Tasting
Dress: ruby, dark purple
Nose: expressive and rich, combining black fruits, spices and garrigue
On the palate: freshness, generosity with silky tannins and a fruity finish with a lovely length
Recommended dishes: rustic dishes, rib of beef, entrecôte, game
Serving temperature: between 14 and 17°C
Shelf life: 15 to 20 years
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