IGP Vin de Pays des Côtes du Brian Lo Vièlh Clos du Gravillas 2013
13.5%
0.75L
Intensity
A fruity but taut biodynamically produced wine. Perfect with potted fish.
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IGP Vin de Pays des Côtes du Brian Lo Vièlh Clos du Gravillas 2013
The wine
Lo Vièlh is made exclusively from Carignan. The wine is fruity but has plenty of tension, as is to be expected from a limestone terroir. Green harvesting reduces yields and allows air to circulate around the grape clusters. These clusters are pressed by foot at harvest time and macerated for one month. The lees are stirred regularly throughout the élevage period, which is usually for one year.
About the Producer Clos du Gravillas
Le Clos du Gravillas was born from the work of a young Narbonne/US couple, Nicole and John Bojanowski, who set up among the terroirs of Saint-Jean-du-Minervois back in 1999. At a height of 270 metres on the Causse plateau, the domain benefits from the precious cool air that descends from the Montagne Noire on summer nights. Carignan is the star of the show here, but it is not the only variety to thrive in this limestone soil studded with white marine fossils. The Bojanowski's operation is organically certified: no weed killers are used, the microbial life in the soil is encouraged, and biodynamic preparations are produced to strengthen the vines' immunity. The result: rich, pure reds and floral, mineral whites.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 Marginally marked labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13.5 %
Region: Languedoc
Appellation: IGP Vin de Pays des Côtes du Brian
Owner: Clos du Gravillas
Vintage: 2013
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Size (in ha): 8 hectares
Intensity: classic
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine