VACQUEYRAS "LES HAUTES VACQUIERES" - LES GRANDES SERRES - Grandes Serres
Terroir
Southern Rhône Valley own-appellation wine (cru)
Grape varieties - Grenache (60%), Syrah (20%) and Mourvèdre (10%)
Selected from parcels close to the village of the same name, on the stony scree and sandy soils of the slopes of the Dentelles de Montmirail hills
Vinification
Bunches destemmed
Each grape variety vinified separately
Blending following malolactic fermentation and transfer to barrels in the spring following the harvest
Ageing
Barrel maturation for approximately six months
Colour
Very appealing, deep and bright crimson red
Nose
Complex aromas of fleshy red fruits with a touch of liquorice
Palate
A round, full and fat wine with fruit, wheat spice and vanilla aromas
Wines & Food Pairing
Serve at 16°-17°C (61°-63°F)
The ideal match for game, meat in sauce, delicatessen meats and strong cheese, such as mature goat's milk cheese
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