IGP Syrah-Merlot - Peyss
Domaine de Pierre Blanche
GRAPE VARIETIES
Syrah and Merlot.
TERROIR AND VINES
Magnificent terroir composed of light granite soil and coarse sand, enclosed by dry stone walls, on hillsides located under the hamlet of PEYSSonneaux
VINIFICATION AND AGEING
The harvest is completely destemmed and crushed. The two grape varieties are blended, with a maceration period of 6 to 8 days. The wine is aged in oak barrels at least 3 years old for 6 to 8 months.
TASTING COMMENTS
Its dark red color and nose of red fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry) make this a delicious wine with mellow, spicy, round tannins and a long finish.
FOOD/WINE PAIRING
Recommended with red meats, poultry, game, cheese and rabbit terrine with walnuts.
CELLARING POTENTIAL
From 4 to 6 years old, or more in some years.
