Domaine les Aurelles : La Syrah Assemblage N°1

Characteristics and tasting notes of La Syrah Assemblage N°1 from Domaine les Aurelles

Tasting

Nose
The aromatic bouquet unveils enticing notes of perfectly ripe black fruits, complemented by gentle spices and a subtle hint of liquorice.

Palate
The tasting reveals a broad texture, both smooth and generous. The whole is carried by a beautiful freshness and a vibrant energy, drawing its character from the basaltic terroirs from which it originates.

Food and wine pairings
This wine will pair beautifully with a vegetable tagine seasoned with mild spices, a grilled lamb chop served with a sweet garlic cream, a pork tenderloin with thyme jus, or a pan-seared duck breast enhanced with a black pepper sauce.

Serving and cellaring
It is recommended to serve this wine at a temperature of 16°C. To fully appreciate all its nuances, open the bottle thirty minutes before tasting or feel free to decant it. This wine is already ready to be enjoyed, while also possessing fine cellaring potential.

The elegance of a Vin de France crafted by Domaine les Aurelles

The estate
Founded in 1995 by Basile and Caroline Saint-Germain, Domaine les Aurelles is located in Nizas, near Pézenas in the Languedoc. This vineyard of approximately 8.5 hectares has established itself as a true mark of excellence thanks to a deep and long-standing commitment to biodynamics. Since December 2023, Matthieu Gufflet has been the current owner of the estate, taking up the torch to perpetuate this pursuit of quality. The property is renowned for its elegant and profound wines, perfectly reflecting the richness of its terroir.

The vineyard
The vines destined for this Vin de France flourish on ancient sandy-gravelly terraces dating from the Villafranchian era, as well as on basaltic scree. The estate has cultivated its land without any chemical products for more than thirty years, in the utmost respect for nature. The harvest is carried out by hand, at optimal maturity, generally requiring two to three passes for a meticulous selection of the bunches directly at the vine.

The blend
This cuvée is the result of a blend combining five different vintages, ranging from 2018 to 2023.

Winemaking and aging
For this cuvée, the estate favours an extended aging in enamelled steel tanks. This method is specifically chosen to preserve the balance, youthfulness and natural energy of the wine.

Grape variety
Syrah (100%).