Coeur de Terroirs
After a cold and snowy winter, spring was relatively grey with rainy skies and very little sunshine - ideal conditions for mildew and the worst conditions for flowering which, in the event, was late.
By the end of May there was a delay in the growth cycle of almost 15 days versus an average year but good fortune finally was at hand with a very sunny summer which allowed the grapes to mature properly. The limited rain in September served as a catalyst for the grapes to reach full maturity and gain a little flesh. Thus quantities in 2013 are up a little on the historically small harvest of 2012.
Harvest at Domaine Labruyère started on 1st October under excellent conditions, cold and dry, with grapes coming in healthy and ripe. There has not been such a late harvest in the past two decades.Terroir
This cuvée is a selection of great terroirs of Domaine Labruyère, predominantly originated from granite soils rich in quartz.
Vineyards
Grape variety: 100% Gamay
Planting density: 4 000 vines per acre / 10 000 vines per hectare
Average age of vines: 50 years
Harvest: Grapes are harvested manually in 15 kg crates before passing on a double sorting table and 100% destemmed.Winemaking & Ageing
The fermentation takes place in concrete or stainless steel tanks, in order to isolate each parcel and to express the unique characteristics of our terroirs.
The entire system is thermo-regulated. Wine is aged in oak barrels (3% new oak) for 13 months. Slight filtration and no fining.Tasting Notes
(Tasted on 24th March 2015)
Appearance: Beautiful deep red colour with violet reflections.
Nose: Seducing with black fruits, liquorice, smoky and spicy notes.
Palate: Soft with notes of red fruits and a touch of black chocolate. Very fine and refreshing tannins feature spicy and digestible finish.
Ready to drink
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