
Pierre Rousse - bagatelle NV
70% 2016 & 30% 2017. Spring frosts in 2017 resulted in particularly low yields and decision to combine the two vintages. Country: FranceRegion: LanguedocAppellation: Vin de FranceGrape varieties: 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet SauvignonStyle: RedABV: 13.5% by vol.Vineyard Size: 5 hectaresSoil: Clay-limestone (from “la Mothe” parcel)Elevation: 175 meters, with light northern exposureAverage age of vines: 20 yearsFarming: Practicing organic. Vines have been farmed organically since planting in 2001.Harvest: By hand. No destemming.Vinification: Whole-cluster maceration for 2-3 days, then pressed. Varietals blended directly following pressing. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. No fining. No filtration.Aging: 11+ months in stainless steel. Bottled September 30, 2019.Sulfur added: NoneProduction: 5191 bottles