L’Héritage de Pollus is a 100% centenary grenaches planted by our ancestor nicknamed « Pollus » on the terroir of Coste Froide.
GRAPE VARIETIES: 100% centenary grenaches.
TERROIR : Sand and pebble soil of Coste Froide, a very old parcel planted in 1895.
VINIFICATION METHOD: fermentation in oak tronconic tank, long macreation of 5 weeks with pumpovers and delestages.
AGEING: Aged in Demi-muids for 12-18 months.
TASTING NOTES: Deep and concentrated garnet color. First toasted notes. Aromas of cocoa, dried rose, jammy black cherry then liquorice take over. The palate is powerful, rich and the tannins are present. A nice sweetness and a finish of rare length. Ageing 15-25 years.
WINE AND FOOD PAIRING: Lamb tagine, stews, game.