Les Ardelles Domaine Les Terres d'Ocre Saint Pourçain AOP 2016

Saint-Pourçain red made from a blend of Gamay and Pinot Noir, grown on sandy-clay soils. Hand-harvested, with cold pre-fermentation maceration and 12 to 18 months of aging in 400- and 228-liter barriques. A wine of rich texture, with notes of blackcurrant, redcurrant, and violet.

On what terroir is Les Ardelles Domaine Les Terres d'Ocre Saint Pourçain AOP 2016 produced?

The wine comes from sandy-clay soils, planted with vines aged 25 to 40 years.

How is Les Ardelles Domaine Les Terres d'Ocre Saint Pourçain AOP 2016 vinified and aged?

The grapes are harvested by hand. The two grape varieties are vinified separately, with 70% of the grapes being crushed with the stems. Fermentation is preceded by 20 days of cold pre-fermentation maceration, with pump-overs and punch-downs. Indigenous yeasts are used, and alcoholic fermentation is controlled at 25°C. The wine is aged in 400- and 228-liter barriques for 12 to 18 months.

What is the tasting profile of Les Ardelles Domaine Les Terres d'Ocre Saint Pourçain AOP 2016?

A red wine of complex and rich texture, expressing aromas of blackcurrant, redcurrant, and violet, accompanied by spicy notes.

What dishes pair well with Les Ardelles Domaine Les Terres d'Ocre Saint Pourçain AOP 2016?

This wine pairs well with cold buffets, white meats, and grilled dishes.

At what temperature should Les Ardelles Domaine Les Terres d'Ocre Saint Pourçain AOP 2016 be served?

This wine can be kept for 5 to 10 years.