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Chateau d'Agel Minervois Caz'Ailes 2022
Chateau d'Agel Minervois Caz'Ailes 2022
- Country- France
- Region- Languedoc
- Grape Varieties- Syrah 35%, Carignan 25%, Cinsault 20%, Grenache 20%
- Alcohol by volume- 14%
- Body Value: C (A islight, E isfull-bodied)
Residual Sugar: 0
Contains Sulphites: Yes
Vegetarian/Vegan: Yes/Yes
Milk/Eggs: No/No
Organic: No
Biodynamic: No - Case 12/75cl
- Producer- Chateau D'agel
- Inviting notes of ripe black fruits, spice, and a touch of black olive define this Southern French blend with a rich palate showing great balance and a fruity finish.
The harvest was destemmed, crushed and vatted into concrete tanks with each plot and variety vinified separately. Temperature controlled fermentation took place with carefully selected yeasts which have been adapted for the terroir. Daily pump overs took place with maceration lasting 21 days before gentle pressing. Malolactic fermentation took place naturally, softening the palate and the wine was carefully blended and aged in concrete tanks to retain the purity of fruit.
Inviting notes of ripe black fruits, spice and a touch of black olive define this Southern French blend with a rich palate showing great balance and a fruity finish.
Country | France |
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Vintage | 2022 |
Bottles Per Case | 12 |
Bottle Size | 75 |
2 cases 10% off | No |
Winery | Chateau d'Agel is in the easternmost part of the Minervois appellation on the Cazelles Plateau, located at 180 to 220 meters above sea level. The terroir is distinguished by its stony limestone soils containing three percent natural organic matter on a classic clay-limestone subsoil. The soil is covered with white limestone pebbles that allow heat to be stored during the day and released to the vines at night, promoting the ripening of the grapes. The climate is Mediterranean with hot, dry summers. To fully express the terroir, the soil is meticulously worked while respecting the environment, using a combination of traditional techniques and modern know-how. Careful canopy management allows each plant to benefit from the slightest spring rainfall which is essential for its growth. The Carignan vines are trained according to the classic Gobelet method, while Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre are pruned with the Cordon de Royat method and produce low yields. Five hectares of old vines are hand-harvested. |