Gerard Bertrand Reserve Speciale Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir 2019

Gerard Bertrand Reserve Speciale Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir 2019

A fruity and easy drinking wine offering notes of rhubarb,
cherry and wild raspberry combined with a hint of spice.

Producer Note
Gérard Bertrand is one of the most outstanding winemakers in the South of France,
where he owns numerous estates among the most prestigious crus of LanguedocRoussillon.

Formerly the IWC Red Winemaker of the Year and Wine Enthusiast's
European Winery of the Year, he is known locally as the "King" of the Languedoc.
Brought up in the Languedoc vineyards, Gérard Bertrand is committed to sharing the
characteristics and exceptional diversity of each of the terroirs. 20 years of expertise
ensures that wines bearing Gérard Bertrand's signature have a unique style, driven
by the fundamental values of excellence, authenticity, conviviality and innovation.
We are proud to represent this leading French name in the UK.

Vineyard
A generous array of fruity flavours comes from grapes grown in the very best terroirs
of the region, which enjoy optimum sunshine and low rainfall. The vines are grown in
the region's coolest areas, which are situated at altitude and this helps to showcase
the complexity of this grape variety. The vines are green harvested in June and
produce an average yield of 25 hectolitres per hectare. The grapes are picked in
late September, when they have reached optimum maturity.

Winemaking
The grapes were destemmed before being placed into vats for a maceration that
lasted approximately 10 to 15 days. Pumping-over extracted the desired levels of
colour, aromas and fine tannins prior to pressing. The wine was vinified in the
traditional manner and was then partially matured in 225 litre barrels adding subtle
complexity, before being bottled.

Tasting Note
A fruity wine offering notes of ripe cherry and wild raspberry combined with a hint of
spice. Smooth and silky on the palate with an elegant and balanced finish.

Grape
Pinot Noir 100%