Domaine Madeloc - Collioure - Serral Rouge 2008

Wine:

We know of Pierre Gaillard on Côte-Rôtie terroir, he has now shown us his great talent in Collioure. A complex bouquet, full of freshness, bursts out of the Domaine Madeloc's Serral 2008. The style is precise and satiny, already making this wine and this estate the appellation's best sellers.

Vinification:

5 to 6 days pre-fermentation maceration at 6°C, alcoholic fermentation in barrels, natural yeasts (max. temperature 30°C), punching of the cap, pumping over, 15 days post-fermentation maceration at 30°C. Pressing, racking, malo-lactic fermentation in barrels, 18 months aging in vats (70%) and barrels (30%).

Color:

Intense, deep, sustained colour.

Nose:

Aromas of red fruit, liquorice and vanilla.

Palate:

Supple and nervy on the palate, melted tannin, notes of figs and prunes, the Mourvèdre bringing a smoky nuance.

Temperature:

Serve between 16° and 18°C. Decant 30 mins before drinking.

Food and wine pairing:

Catalan hams, coq au vin, game.

Cellar aging:

Enjoy up to and including 2018

Pierre Gaillard, a great Rhône Valley winemaker, is now making a name for himself in Collioure in a spectacular way... Forming an association with Jean Baills and Mathieu, his son, he left the cooperative winery in 2002 and today produces a range of magnificent wines that are among the appellation's finest. Domaine Madeloc, covering around 30 hectares between sea and mountain, can hardly get any better.