Calmel & Joseph1995Languedoc-RoussillonLanguedoc-RoussillonLaurent Calmel

Laurent CalmelJerome JosephLanguedoc-RoussillonLanguedoc-Roussillon

IGP Ctes du Brian

100%Carignan

1525C 30C
30
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18

1822

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:
IGP Ctes du Brian, Southern France

Country of Origin:
France

Type:
Red/Rouge (Still)

Grape Variety:
100% Old Carignan

Vinification:
Crushed at 50% before being put in vats. The fermentation takes about 15 days at a temperature between 22 and 26 C. Fermentation is complete after 45 days to extract maximum material. The wine is then racked several times before being put in vats for ageing 5 to 6 months.

Ageing:
18 months in stainless steel tank

Tasting Notes:
Red cherry colour. The nose is ripe with intense red fruit aromas. The palate is tense and full in the middle.The tannins are soft and elegant. The cherry sensation returns at the end.