100% Pinot Noir and once in the winery it is barrel-aged for 12 months using a relatively low proportion of new oak . Finally, the wine, which is neither filtered nor fined, is bottled using gravity. Deep red coloured wine showing a very expressive nose with notes of red and black fruit. In the mouth there is plenty of freshness and elegance that combine well with the very fine tannins through to the finish. (12 x 75 cl)
The wines of Jean-Luc Colombo typically reflect an exuberance of fruit and depth of expession. Concentrated and precisely crafted, they resonate with authentic varietal character and thus entice the wine lover's palate. The grapes are picked manually and transported to the winery in small cases. The bunches are then destemmed and lightly crushed before being vinified in temperature controlled stainless steel vats. The wine is finally matured spending 9 months ageing, 25% in oak barrels, before being bottled. An intense purple and shining colour Cotes du Rhone with aromas of violets, white flowers, spices and liquorice. The wine is harmonious with a fine structure on the palate and a good attack of small ripe fruits culminating in a good finish where notes of violets, liquorice and spices dominate. (12 x 75 cl)
Rayas is truly a legend which needs little introduction. Emmanuel Reynaud took over from his late uncle, Jacques, in 1997 and is now fully conversant with the vagaries of the vineyard, which is unique for the area . La Pialade is made from the so called 'leftovers' and in true bubble and squeak fashion is quite lovely. (12 x 75 cl)
This blend of Grenache and Syrah has spent Eight months in oak and has produced a deep red coloured wine. Showing ripe fruit flavours the fine, rounded tannins enhanced this well balanced and concentrated wine.