Vacqueyras Rouge “Boiseraie” 2017
Total Page：16
File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb
OGIER VACQUEYRAS ROUGE “BOISERAIE” 2017 BACKGROUND “Remain close to the source in order to better understand the constraints, but also harness its potential.” This maxim guides Ogier’s principles in producing some of the most awarded wines from the Châteauneuf- du-Pape appellation. The estate’s vineyards are spread throughout several small valleys, covered in its hallmark round pebbles and stones. By reflecting the sun’s heat, this stony soil enables grapes to retain exceptional levels of ripeness to produce large-bodied and complex wines that make Ogier one of the foremost houses in the Rhône Valley. In the early 20th century, Châteauneuf du Pape was already known for its terroirs and wine, but the village also prospered by making the barrels in which wines were shipped on the Rhône River. The Ogier cellars in the heart of the village housed a renowned cooperage, and this heritage of craftsmanship has given us the expertise to make outstanding wines, as our Boiseraie Vacqueyras shows. APPELLATION Vacqueyras (Rhône Valley), France VARIETAL COMPOSITION 60% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre WINE ADVOCATE 91 October 2018 TERROIR & VINTAGE NOTES POINTS The terroir includes clay and limestone slopes and alluvial deposits on terraces. The vineyard extends over the two communes of Vacqueyras and Sarrians in the department of Vaucluse, at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, from Vienna to Avignon. Crossed by the Rhone, its appellations are caressed by both the wind and the sun. WINEMAKING Partial de-stemming of the Grenaches (to leave stems on a maximum of 15% of the grapes); one to two rack and returns in fermentation phase WINEMAKER and small daily pump overs, followed by a long maceration period Edouard Guerin of 26 to 40 days. Temperature is maintained between 26 and 30°C. Reincorporation of the first pressing only. AGEING The wine is aged for 9-10 months – 60% in concrete vats, 30% in TECHNICAL DATA barrels and 10% in Demi Muids. Acidity TASTING NOTES < 2g/L - pH: 3.67 Strong red colour with purple highlights. Light aromas of thyme and rosemary (garrigue in the springtime) mixed with blackcurrant and Alcohol crushed raspberry, with notes of violet. Ample, bold, a beautiful 14% personality; fabulous balance between the spices and the freshness of the fruit; evident but smooth tannins. Excellent when paired with grilled meat, meats in sauce and poultry..