Banyuls Traditionnel 1989, L'Etoile
Banyuls Traditionnel 1989, L'Etoile
Price: 160,00€
DESCRIPTION
History
Since 1921, the Cave de l’Étoile has been one of the emblems of the Banyuls vineyard. Its winemakers craft, by hand and on steep schist slopes, natural sweet wines that tell the story of the Mediterranean. With terraces lined with stone walls and plots sometimes accessible only by mule, the estate embodies the rigor and passion of a unique terroir. The 1989 vintage, aged for more than 25 years in old oak casks, perfectly reflects the soul of traditional Banyuls.
Vinification
Made from old-vine Grenache Noir, Grenache Gris, and Carignan, this wine was produced according to the traditional method of Vins Doux Naturels: destemmed harvest, mutage on the skins during fermentation, then extended maceration for three weeks. Pressing was carried out with vertical hydraulic presses. Aging in half-muids and nearly century-old barrels allowed for slow oxygenation, giving the wine its complexity and rancio nuances.
Tasting Notes
Its tile-red color with mahogany highlights signals great maturity. The nose is rich with dried fruits, cocoa, mocha, honey, and spices, enhanced by elegant notes of walnut and leather. On the palate, power combines with balancing freshness, offering a long, harmonious finish. Served at 16–18 °C, this Banyuls pairs beautifully with dark chocolate fondant, candied orange peel, or strong blue cheese. Each sip is a journey through history and time.
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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This 1989 Banyuls from L’Étoile, long-aged, reveals a mahogany color and deep aromas of fig, cocoa, walnut, and leather. Balancing power and saline freshness, it reflects the memory of Roussillon. Perfect with dark chocolate or blue cheese.
