Château La Croix de Pez 2019

Presentation

Presentation
Since 2014, this 7hectare family vineyard has been cultivated, harvested and vinified by the new generation.
Location
The vineyard is planted on particularly well-drained gravelly hilltops, which protect the vines from excess humidity. The subsoil, made up of clay and limestone, gives the wine a unique personality.
Terroir
Clay-gravelly soils.
In the vineyard
Mechanical and manual harvesting.
Rational pest management.
Winemaking
Traditional with prolonged maceration for good tannins and colour extraction.
Long fermentation of 3 to 4 weeks.
Ageing
12 to 14 months in vats and barrels.
Varietals
Merlot : 55%
Cabernet sauvignon : 45%
Specifications
Production volume : : 35 000 bouteilles
Surface area of the vineyard : : 7 ha
Age of vines : : 15 years old
: Contains sulphites.

Advice

Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Rather tannic character, powerful and dark, to which age brings roundness, fruitiness and finesse.
Visual appearance
Beautiful deep red colour.
At nose
The nose has pleasant notes of black fruits and spices.
On the palate
The palate is fruity, the tannins melted.
Food pairings
Country terrine, roast beef, Saint Nectaire.