Domaine André & Michel Quenard, Chignin Persan 2023
DESCRIPTION
Persan is a rare and ancient Alpine grape variety, saved from oblivion by a few passionate winegrowers like the Quenard family. Planted on the ferruginous clay hillsides of Chignin, it yields wines of a deep color and a unique tannic structure, built for aging.
Domaine André & Michel Quenard vinifies this treasure in a traditional and careful manner. The grapes are harvested by hand and undergo a long maceration (one month) to extract the grape variety's full complexity. The one-year aging in demi-muids (large oak barrels) allows the tannins to develop a patina without masking the fruit, and the wine is bottled without added sulfur until bottling, with no fining or filtration.
This 2023 vintage unveils a racy and profound palate, marked by smoky notes, meat jus, and fresh grape. It is a wine of character that will pair perfectly with rich dishes such as beef bourguignon, game, or duck breast.
REGION
Savoie
France
Savoie is a mountainous French wine region located near the Swiss border. The region is very fragmented by its mountainous terrain. The cool climate of Savoie dictates the predominance of crisp white wines produced in the region. Despite the difficulty of reds to mature in this type of climate, Savoie is the home of Mondeuse, a red grape variety used to make wines with a significant bitterness.
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A very original red wine. It is powerful, a little untamed, with smoky flavors. You must like wines of character!
