Banyuls Traditionnel 1960, L'Etoile
Banyuls Traditionnel 1960, L'Etoile
Price: 600,00€
DESCRIPTION
History
A pivotal vintage, the Banyuls Traditionnel 1960 perfectly illustrates the patience and expertise of the Cave de l’Étoile, a pioneer of the region since 1921. From the heroic vineyards of Banyuls, where Grenache vines cling to the steep schist terraces, this rare bottle has endured over six decades of oxidative aging—a true journey through time for enthusiasts and collectors.
Vinification
Predominantly made from Grenache noir, complemented by Grenache gris and Carignan, this naturally sweet wine is crafted according to tradition: manual harvesting, crushing, mutage on the skins to preserve natural sugars, followed by prolonged maceration. The wine is then aged in old oak casks and century-old barrels, where slow oxidation shapes its complex aromas and unique character.
Tasting Notes
Its dark, mahogany-reflected color precedes a refined nose of walnuts, toasted dried fruits, figs, and cocoa, enriched with notes of noble rancio and gentle spices. On the palate, it is broad and profound, revealing remarkable intensity balanced between sweetness and freshness, with a long and elegant finish. Perfect as a meditation wine, this 1960 also pairs beautifully with aged Comté, a robust blue cheese, or intense dark chocolate.
REGION
Toscane
Italie
La Toscane est la troisième région la plus plantée d'Italie (derrière la Sicile et les Pouilles) mais elle est huitième en termes de production, ce qui reflète à la fois la pauvreté du sol toscan et les efforts délibérés pour limiter les rendements et augmenter la qualité du vin. Après le Piémont et la Vénétie, la Toscane produit le troisième plus grand volume de vins DOC/DOCG. Plus de 80 % de la production de la région est constituée de vins rouges, le Sangiovese étant le cépage le plus répandu en Toscane. Le Chianti, le Chianti Classico, le Brunello di Montalcino, le Vino Nobile di Montepulciano et le Super Tuscan sont les vins les plus connus de la Toscane. Le Trebbiano est le principal cépage blanc de la région.
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An exceptional gift: 65 years of history in a bottle.
