La Tour Coste Les Pialons Châteauneuf-du-Pape

«Les Pialons» , red 2021

AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Soil:

The original soil type, large pebbles and sand soil that is the make up of the North Eastern facing terrace, enhances the Grenache’s fruit.

Varieties :

80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre

Vinification :

Vinified at the estate, our wines come from grapes manually harvested, de-stemmed and put into tanks with light sulphur doses. Fermentations skin contact (3 to 5 weeks) at a temperature of 22 / 23°C with soft extractions and a regular work of the lees. After a pneumatic pressure, blending of free run wine and press wine. Maturing 12 months, for a small part in oak barrel (10%) and the other part is traditionally matured in a tank (90%).

Tasting notes :

Nice red colour with red reflection. The soil’s power is expressed  by brandy cherry, laurel leaves, paprika and nutmeg notes. Fine tannins in the mouth with notes of fresh red fruits. Black liquorice and cacao complete the aromas of raspberry and crystallized blackberry.

Serving suggestions:

At 15°C . The aromatic complexity of this wine permits to associate it with red meat dishes, classic or modern prepared game.

Aging :

Can be kept for up to 25 years. This wine is natural and unfiltered which is why a depot may form; it is the guarantee of our craftsman and respectful work.