l’Origine

AOP Madiran

A clear, brilliant, deep red. Complex on the nose with aromas of fruits (blackberry, cherry), floral hints (violet) and spice (pepper, vanilla).
Full and pleasant on the palate, revealing rounded tannins. Very fruity finish. A full, rich wine.

• 70% Tannat
• 30% Cabernets

Country

The wine in this cuvee comes from vines growing on clayish-calcareous slopes with fine gravel.

Vinification

Vinification by separated plots and grape varieties. Vinification at 25°C. Extraction by racking and pumping over. Depending on the grape variety, maceration for 10 to 20 days.

Aging

One part aged in tanks (80%) and the rest (20%) in oak barrels for 12 months.

Food and wine combinations

To be served in any season, with cured pork meats or cheese as tapas. Great with meals from beginning to end: roasted poultry, couscous, spaghetti, sweet-and-sour duck breast.