High density of planting (8 500 feet/ha). The soils are plowed and the vines are nourished by the previous year's cuttings, by organic compost and by powdered limestone (to neutralize the soil's acidity).
Human intervention comes into play several times during each season for de-budding, trellising, leaf-thinning...
Vinification
We harvest all grapes by hand before carefully sorting them in the cellar.
Maceration in whole bunch in cement tanks with temperature control.
Partial destemming.
8 days of slow maceration with indigenous yeasts only.
Pneumatic pressing .
Ageing of 3 to 6 months in cement tanks.
After a light filtration, bottling by ourselves.
Tasting
Intense ruby colour with purple reflects.
Aromas of red fruits (raspberry), typical of young Gamay and floral notes.
Aromatic mouth steaded by supple and silky tannins.
Rounded and easy to-drink wine.
Service
Temperature : 12-15°C
Accompaniment : Delicatessen, White meat, Fish
Conservation : 2-3 years
Technical data for Les Originelles
The wine produced by Robert SEROL when he first began, this cuvée provides a full expression of the Gamay fruit and delivers a satisfying fullness.