Banyuls Grand Cru 2007, L'Etoile

Banyuls Grand Cru 2007 L'Etoile

Banyuls Grand Cru 2007, L'Etoile

🇫🇷 AOP Banyuls | Roussillon  | France
This Banyuls Grand Cru blends Grenache Noir, Grenache Gris and Carignan into a deep-hued vin doux naturel. Orange and light cocoa animate the nose, leading to a smooth palate balanced by fresh acidity.
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DESCRIPTION

History

Since 1921, the Cave de l’Étoile has embodied the excellence of the Roussillon’s sweet natural wines. Nestled in the heart of the schist slopes descending to the Mediterranean, it showcases Grenache and its companion varietals. The 2007 vintage highlights the richness of a traditional semi-sweet Banyuls, combining indulgence and balance, perfect for lovers of characterful wines.

Vinification

Old vines, over 40 years of age, yield a blend dominated by Grenache Noir (75%), complemented by Grenache Gris (15%) and Carignan Noir (10%). The grapes, destemmed and crushed, undergo mutage on the skins followed by a long three-week maceration to concentrate aromas and structure. Aging takes place in demi-muids and old oak barrels, bestowing oxidative complexity and aromatic depth.

Tasting Notes

As a semi-sweet style, this Banyuls charms with fruity notes of orange and light cocoa. On the palate, it is both smooth and balanced, expressed with fine freshness and a harmonious finish. Ideal as an aperitif, it also pairs beautifully with Fourme d’Ambert, aged sheep’s cheese, or chocolate- and coffee-based desserts such as an Opéra or a fondant. A gourmet cuvée that reveals all the elegance of the 2007 vintage.

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CHARACTERISTICS

Country

France

Region

Roussillon

Appellation

AOP Banyuls

Vintage

2007

Grape Variety

Black Grenache

ABV

17%

Category

Natural sweet wine

Volume

75cl

Style

Balanced

Allergens

Sulfites

Storing Instructions

To drink and to keep

Ageing

Oxidative

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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