Moulin-à-Vent
Terre de Lumière
| Présentation : | In the vineyard Varietal: Gamay Terroir: Manganese granite Exposure: Southeast and South facing slopes Density: 10 000 vines per ha Vine age: up to 60 years Pruning: Goblet with 4 renewal spurs, with 2 eyes each Yield: 40 to 50 hl/ha Harvest:by hand, entire grapes, sorted on the parcel, transport in crates Winemaking After sorting, the entire grapes are displayed in vats. Maceration lasts 12 days in order to extract tannins as well as rich and complex material. A slow, non-aggressive pressing preserves the natural elegance of this wine. During 8 months, this wine matures in vats (60%) and in casks (40%). Alcohol content: 13 % vol. |
| Dégustation : | A dark and sombre robe. A rich nose with red fruits and a strawberry prevailing taste. In mouth, we are surprise by style and delicacy. Then comes richness with strengh and real but well balanced tannins. Serve at about 14°C. |
| Récompenses : | 92/100 – Mill.2009 – WineSpectator Prix d’excellence – Concours des Grands Vins du Beaujolais 2011 91/100 – Mill. 2011 – WineEnthusiast 90/100 – Mill.2011 – WineSpectator (issue sept. 2013) |
| Accords mets et vins : | Poulet de Bresse rôti Tablier de sapeur Aile de raie à la grenobloise Matelote d’anguilles Emincé de Bœuf aux champignons noirs Fajitas de volaille au guacamole |
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