The season started with a fairly early bud burst before a late April regional frost. June was both very hot, humid and very wet followed by dry cool weather through July and August. Rain started to fall in September just prior to the first harvest. Great vigneronne skills were required to produce good wines in 2017.

Ripe summer fruits - dark plums and blackcurrant notes.

The wine is very pleasant and ready to drink but with good potential to age. The fruit is very present with a good texture and balance. Medium to full body with textured tannins.

London Wine Competition Silver Medal Winner 2023

Deep ruby crimson red.

Pairs beautifully with richer dishes including grilled meats that include tomato and herbed sauces. Perfect also with medium hard to softer cheese. Try finishing the evening with a bit of chocolate.

Following malolactic fermentation, the young wine was racked off into barrels for 11 months maturation in 1-3 year old French oak.

Rain started to fall in September just prior to the first harvest.

Fruit was hand selected and picked. The grape bunches were de-stemmed and lightly crushed with final deselection of unwanted berries before charging directly into stainless steel vats.

The wine was removed from barrel into vat, tested and bottled with minimal filtration.