Banyuls Traditionnel 1983, L'Etoile
Banyuls Traditionnel 1983, L'Etoile
Price: 250,00€
DESCRIPTION
History
The 1983 vintage, marked by balanced climatic conditions in Roussillon, produced wines of great harmony. More than three decades of oxidative aging in old oak barrels have allowed this Banyuls to reveal its full complexity and offer today a unique sensory experience.
Vinification
Predominantly Grenache Noir, accompanied by Grenache Gris and Carignan from old vines on schist terraces. The grapes were crushed and destemmed, then fortified on the skins (mutage) followed by a long maceration, before traditional aging in barrels and demi-muids, bottled in January 2016. This patient work gives the wine its deep aromatic profile, typical of rancio.
Tasting Notes
Its tile-colored robe with copper highlights precedes a refined nose of dried fruits, prune, cocoa, and gentle spices, mingled with notes of leather and mocha. The palate, broad and velvety, opens with dried fig and walnut, extended by a persistent finish with roasted accents. An ideal companion for game in sauce, blue-veined cheeses, or a dessert with candied citrus.
REGION
Roussillon
France
Between sea and mountain, the vines of Banyuls, an AOC since 1936, cling to schist slopes that plunge down to the Mediterranean. This spectacular setting, bathed in sun and wind, shapes generous, intense vins doux naturels. The appellation mainly produces reds from Grenache Noir, completed by Grenache Gris and Blanc, as well as amber, tawny and rosé versions.
Banyuls comes in several styles. Banyuls Rimage, made and aged away from air, shows all the freshness of the fruit, with aromas of cherry, blackberry or blackcurrant, sometimes with a touch of chocolate. Approachable young, it shines with dark chocolate, fruit desserts and some blue cheeses. By contrast, Banyuls Traditionnel and Grand Cru go through long oxidative ageing in cask or glass demijohn, developing complex notes of walnut, coffee, spice and rancio. The Grands Crus, from old vines and aged for at least 30 months, stand out for their depth and great ageing potential.
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The 1983 Banyuls captivates with its copper-colored hue and a bouquet of dried fruits, leather, cocoa, and prune. The palate, rich and silky, offers a beautiful tension, extended by a persistent finish with notes of mocha and gentle spices. Best enjoyed with aged cheeses, game, or chocolate desserts.