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Saint Chinian

Syrah (60%), Grenache (30%) & Carignan (10%)

100%

Syrah25-30
Grenache3035
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18

5-10

Founded in 1995, Calmel & Joseph is a maison de ngoce specializing in Languedoc-Roussillon wines from private wineries from across the region. Over the years, they have built close personal relationships with a large number of growers from all appellations. Convinced of the extraordinary potential of this region, oenologist, Laurent Calmel, and Jerome Joseph work together on the vinification, blending and ageing of wines with the common purpose of demonstrating the little known yet unique quality of these Mediterranean terroirs. As well as our desire to produce high quality wines consistent with their terroirs, we are committed to making wines which reflect our convictions and experience.

Appellation:
Saint Chinian, Southern France

Country of Origin:
France

Type:
Red/Rouge (Still)

Grape Varieties:
Syrah (60%), Grenache (30%) & Carignan (10%)

Vinification:
Grapes are picked by hand and benefit from a long maceration period. Traditional vinification: Carignan is vinified by semi-carbonic maceration which consists of destemming without crushing the grapes. The Grenache and the Syrah are punched down. The Grenache ferments up to 30C. and the Syrah temperature is kept at 25C.

Ageing:
Ageing in concrete tanks for 18 months

Tasting Notes:
Crimson colour, black olive and tapenade nose. The mouth is tense with mineral and iodized notes. The integrated tannins are extremely elegant.