Joli Vin imports

Côte Roannaise, Les Vieilles Vignes

Issued from 6 separate parcels exposed toward the east, southeast and south. Sandy topsoil over granitic base. Vines average 40 years and yields are kept to 45 hl/ha. The wine is fermented in tank by whole cluster fermentation, semi-carbonic maceration, which introduces some measure of oxygen into the tank and pumping over, permitting the best elaboration of vibrant fruit flavors, and wines which are soft in their tannic structure.  Aged for 6 months in tank, racked twice before a light filtration and bottling at the domaine.

Although most closely resembling the Gamay based wines of Beaujolais with its peony-like floral perfume and mineral notes which underscore Gamay issued from granitic base, there are perhaps subtle differences to discover as well. Tart red cherry and plum fruit bleed into a darker fruit palate with intriguing suggestions of sassafras and spice. A decidedly sweet woodsy character serves as counterpoint to fruit flavors all of which are supported by a silky smooth palate with delightful balance and length.

Domain Robert Sérol fact sheet (PDF)