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Wine Description
The Story
This New World Pinot Noir hails from a special one-hectare hillside in Casablanca. Carefully crafted and matured in fine, elegant French oak barrels, this wine has good body and a delicate nature, perfect for enjoying a magical moment.
VARIETY: 100% Pinot Noir
DENOMINATION OF ORIGIN: Casablanca Valley
SOIL: Granitic red clay from one hill in particular. Fractured mineral granite rock at a depth of one metre.
LOCATION: The vineyard is oriented east-west, 20 degrees north.
YIELD: 5 tonnes/Ha
FERMENTATION: The grapes first underwent a cold maceration for around a week to draw out the colour and aromas. Then they were fermented in small open tanks at controlled temperatures of between 22ºC and 26ºC.
AGEING: All of this wine was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels: 25% of them new Bordeaux barrels, 35% second use and 40% third use.
BOTTLE-AGEING: 6 months
ALCOHOL: 13.5 %
CELLARING POTENTIAL: This wine can be kept for more than 8 years if stored correctly.
TASTING NOTES: This wine is deep ruby in colour. The nose opens with the classic red fruit, such as strawberries and wild raspberries, typical of this noble variety. Notes of vanilla and spices intermingle subtly with a delicate minerality, making this a delightful and complex wine. The mouth reveals intense, fruity flavours and tannins which are ripe, well-rounded and integrated into the elegant structure. Long in the finish. The French oak frames the expressiveness of this distinctive and elegant wine.
SERVING SUGGESTION: Best served at between 14°C and 15°C. This wine pairs well with oily fish, pasta dishes, creamed soups and mature cheese.