Marc de Châteauneuf Du Pape - 2009

Description

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Marc grape brandy is made from  the distillation of the destemmed and dried marcs of old vines Grenache used to make our "vieilles vignes" "old vignes" red wines of  Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It's the result from the distillation of the grape skins after winemaking, this alcohol has a very specific flavour.

Distillation process

The distillation is done in a still with double wall where the solid matters are agitated

permanently to avoid caramels. In addition, this distillation is made under vacuum in order to save the fruity expression of the alcohol..

Maturation

After distillation, the Marc is barreled in pieces (300 liters) of French oak for 16 years of aging. This aging has allowed it to acquire over time an amber color with straw reflections.

The alcoholic strength is gradually brought down by adding quantities of distilled water, until a strength of about 40% alc./vol.

 Tasting

The colour is a brilliant pale oak. Aromas of raisins and hazelnuts can be detected. On the palate, the strength, the spices and the richness of red Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines appear.  In the nose, its expression is on rich notes, burned, spiced, sap and mint. At the tasting, the roundness is the dominant sensation. Then, there is an explosion of toasted flavours. The finish is long and harmonious.

Contains sulfites