Banyuls Traditionnel 1982, L'Etoile
Banyuls Traditionnel 1982, L'Etoile
Price: 275,00€
DESCRIPTION
History
The year 1982 in Roussillon was marked by excellent ripeness of the Grenache grapes, ideal for producing great vins doux naturels. Aged for over three decades under oxidative conditions, this Banyuls expresses the full richness of its schist terroir and showcases the ancestral expertise of the Cave de l’Étoile.
Vinification
A blend dominated by Grenache Noir, complemented by Grenache Gris and Carignan from old vines on steep terraces. After destemming and crushing, fortification (mutage) was performed on the skins, followed by several weeks of maceration. The wine then rested in old barrels and demi-muids, bottled in January 2016. This long aging gives it depth and balance.
Tasting Notes
Bright mahogany-colored robe with amber highlights. Intense nose of walnut, dates, and cocoa, enhanced by a touch of noble rancio. On the palate, breadth and freshness combine with flavors of dried fruits, coffee, and licorice, supported by a persistent and harmonious finish. Best enjoyed with spiced roasted duck breast, aged Comté, or as a dessert with a dark chocolate fondant.
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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From the schist-covered slopes of Banyuls, the 1982 vintage displays a mahogany-colored robe and an intense nose of walnut, cocoa, and rancio. The palate, broad and fresh, finishes with beautiful notes of dried fruits and coffee. A delight with dark chocolate, aged Comté, or roasted duck breast.
