9 Terroirs - T2

T2, a 100% Malbec expressed on the T2 terroir of Cahors

A micro-cuvée selected for its exceptional organoleptic characteristics. From the second terrace or middle Riss terrace (-200,000 years), constituted of ancient alluvial soils of the Lot River. A valley terroir. Siliceous deposits, sand and gravels.

All about wine production...

All about wine production...
Characteristics

AOP Cahors Malbec

Ageing in new 225 litre oak barrels (French oak, slight heat) for 20 months.

Men...

...a story

Harvest is placed in a tank without much crushing. Alcoholic fermentation for a week in a temperature controlled stainless steel tank. Progressive rise in temperature starting at 21°C up to 29°C at peak. Post-fermentation maceration for approx. 10 days to ensure optimal extraction of tannins and other aromatic compounds.

A chance to discover...

     A chance to discover...
tasting notes

dress, nose, mouth

ntense kirschy black cherry nose, candied, puréed and spicy. In the mouth - coconut, fresh mushrooms and buttery. Excellent body. Concentrated and powerful.

black cherry

Coconut

mushrooms

A chance to share...

A chance to share... ADVICE FROM OUR OENOLOGIST

Tasting

To taste at 17-18 °C, even in summer!

17°C

...With

Foie gras pan, Game Terrines, Roasted Quail or Roquefort