Viticulture : Grape varieties : 100 % Malbec

Terroir : The Malbec vines are located between Quercy and the Lot Valley, with two major areas of lands:
- The terraces: distributed along the Lot Valley.
- The Causse: the limestone plateau overlooking the valley. The shallow soils are sensitive to drought but produce very spicy aromas. For this red wine, we select plots on the terraces along the Lot and on the Quercy calcareous limestone plateaus, for ripe grapes but without excessive concentration.

Climate : Already continental, the region's climate has the advantage of the Lot meanders to control temperature, which tempers the valley's winter chill and summer heat. In autumn, the Lot is also a natural barrier against precipitation coming from north.

Vinification and aging : Machine harvesting, from late September, just at the start of maturity. Hot pre-fermentation maceration for a part of the blend to extract colour and the aromas, but little of the tannins. The rest of the blend is fermented traditionally: controlled-temperature alcoholic fermentation (20/22°C maximum) and brief maceration. Aging is done in tanks to preserve grape variety aromas and a part done in wood (about 20%) for aroma depth. Bottling after 10 months of aging.

Tasting : Dark, deep colour. Pleasant aroma of red fruits, black fruits and China ink. Woody notes as well, recalling juniper, nutmeg or cedar wood. Full, sumptuous mouth aroma, with silky tannins, the same as on the nose. Flavourful finish. A reassuring blend, polyvalent the way the “Réserve de Famille” was traditionally - to be opened on any occasion... hence the name for this blend.

Serving, food & wine combinations :
- Ideal temperature: 16°C
- Aging potential: 2 years
- Food & wine combinations: Very easy to drink, this wine can be served slightly chilled, with a great many dishes including the following from French cuisine: cured pork meats, country-style salads, poultry, steak tartare, stuffed vegetables, roasted and grilled meats, pork chops, veal chops, mutton chops, beef rib steak, meats with sauce, soft cheeses, etc.

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