LES CAPUCINS is produced on a great terroir situated on limestone soils at the foothills of Larzac (a high plateau at 700-950 meters high).
In summer, during nights, fresh air comes from Larzac and gives coolness as a contrast to the high temperatures of the day.
The grapes thus achieve an excellent phenolic maturity.
This great terroir offers a perfect expression of syrah: Full mouth, fine tanins, fresh aromas, great balance
Soil :
Limestone hills situated at the foothills of Larzac
Mediterranéean climate with moderate temperatures during the nights in summer due to fresh air which comes from Larzac
Grapes :
Yield :
Around 40-45 hl/ha depending on the vintage
Wine making :
Date of harvest at the optimal phenolic maturity
Manual harvest. Grape sorting in the vineyard
Total destalking
Separate wine making for each grape variety
Long traditional maceration. Duration managed by tasting depending on feature of each vintage
Controlled temperature of fermentation limited at 27-28°C
Ageing :