Fosse-Sèche : Gondwana 2020

A age-worthy red wine, 100% Cabernet Franc

The estate

Founded between the years 800 and 1000 by Benedictine monks, Fosse-Sèche belonged to the Church for several centuries. Passionate about wine and ecology, Guillaume Pire settled at the estate in 1998, with the ambition of crafting distinctive wines that authentically express their native terroirs. Guillaume was joined in 2010 by his twin brother Adrien.

Fosse-Sèche looks after a 15-hectare vineyard with a distinctive geology, farmed organically and biodynamically. Made up of flint stones and iron oxide, these soils also benefit from a cool, windy exposure. Together with their wives, Guillaume and Adrien Pire are deeply committed to an environmentally respectful approach. One third of the estate's land is devoted to vine growing, while the remaining two thirds are dedicated to preserving biodiversity and nature. As a result, 30 hectares are entirely given over to the development of ecosystems.

Fosse-Sèche is renowned for its wines of unique character, which harmoniously combine precision, purity and power.

The wine

Gondwana 2020 by Fosse-Sèche is a Vin de France from a vineyard whose vines, more than 60 years old and grafted onto rootstock, are planted on soils of flint and gravel bound by a slightly clay-rich earth. This terroir, which encourages very deep rooting, enjoys a temperate climate with an oceanic influence, ideal conditions for ensuring slow, gradual ripening of the berries.

Blend

Cabernet Franc (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Gondwana 2020 by Fosse-Sèche

Ageing potential

This red wine can be cellared until around 2050.

Serving

For optimal enjoyment, serve between 12° and 14°C.