cabernet sauvignon
Known around the world, the Cabernet-Sauvignon is a famous variety of Bordeaux. Here in the Languedoc, the cabernet-Sauvignon gives elegant and subtle wines, a beautiful red color, with tannins lightly present but balanced..
Food matches
Its tannic structure and power allow it to accompany beef rib and game. Serve at 16 -18°C.
Appellation
IGP Oc.
Grape variety
Blend of old vines of Cabernet- Sauvignon and a new vine of Cabernet Franc.
Age of the vines
15 and 50 years.
Terroirs
Old decalcified terraces and soils slope of sandstone and sand.
Mode of driving the vines
Cordon de Royat & Guyot.
Yield
35 hl/ha.
Vinification
The grapes macerate in whole berries for at least 20 days at a controlled temperature (25°). The tannin extractions are conducted gently and in the presence of oxygen.
Aging
In concrete vat.
Tasting notes/span>
The Cabernet Sauvignon develops finely spicy aromas, with always a side red fruits and roundness. As it ages, it gains in the complexity of aromas that reveal notes of cedar and tabacco.
