Description
The Grand Vin is a 100% Malbec, a selection of the oldest vineyards and a representation of the three major Chambert soil types. Only the grapes with excellent concentration of flavour and tannins are selected to produce this flagship wine. They are fermented with the indigenous yeast only, with minimal intervention.
Awards
94 pts Wine Enthusiast Points
Certifications
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard
All biodynamic and organic Grapes: 100% Malbec, from the oldest vineyards Altitude : 297m Chambert is located high on the upper plateau of AOC Cahors and has a high diurnal temperature range
Soil Type
The predominantly limestone based vineyard contains mainly three variations: - iron clays (Siderolitique, a unique terroir found only in north Occitanie) - Kimmeridgian limestone - Brown clay / limestone mixed soil
Vinification
Manual harvesting De-stemmed and hand sorted Vinification by parcels Indigenous yeast Fermentation temperature controlled within 28-30 degrees Celsius Cap management: combination of very gentle pump-overs and plunging Total time on skins: 15-30 days (varies by vintage) Pressing: free-run and pressings separated
