Charles Tort - Hommage Cotes du Rhone .75cl 2019 (Red)

Through wind and time, I remember the rows of vineyards that filled my childhood. To you Charles, my “Pape” (grandad), I dedicate this “cuvee” (vintage) that fully expresses the “Terroir” (soil) of our native Provence region. To you who passed on to me the values and respect of the land, I pay tribute (Hommage). – Jacques Stekas

Grape Varietal: Parcel selection from 70-year-old vines: 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 15% Carignan

 Soil: Clay and limestone covered by pebbles from the Rhone River on southern exposed hills.

 Winemaking: Manual harvest and 100% destemmed grapes. Traditional winemaking in controlled temperature cement vats. Skin maceration for 15-20 days with pumping over and punching. Second malolactic fermentation to refine the tannins and extract most of the fruit.

 Tasting notes: Very deep intense purple colour with aromas of black fruits (black currant, blueberry, cherry) and a hint of Provence herbs (thyme, rosemary). It will seduce the wine learner as well as the connoisseur blending density and intensity with fine and subtle notes typical of a “Terroir” wine.

Food pairing: You can drink it with every type of meat (white and red) including poultry and venison, stews and spicy dishes. It pairs equally well with spicy vegetarian dishes and a large array of cheese.

When to Drink: Serve between 18°C et 20°C. Always great to drink but can be aged for up to 15 years.