A family estate of 20 ha, constant in quality and located between the AOP Saint-Joseph and Cornas.
Presentation
Presentation
"Emotion" represents the know-how of two brothers, Eric and Joël Durand, who have been managing the family estate since 1991 and are certified "High Environmental Value". Thanks to their great savoir-faire in vine management, this cuvée reveals elegance and finesse.
Terroir
Plots oriented south/south-east, on the "lieux-dits" : Mazards, Patou, La Cote, Chaillots.
Altitude 120 to 200 m.
Altitude 120 to 200 m.
Winemaking
Manual harvest at full maturity in small boxes. Partial destemming (80%). Fermentation in concrete and stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures (max. 28°C). Maceration lasts 18 to 25 days.
Malolactic fermentation in oak barrels
Malolactic fermentation in oak barrels
Ageing
12 months in 228l oak barrels and 600l "demi-muids" (20% new).
Varietal
Syrah : 100%
Advice
Serving
16-18°C
Tasting
The nose is dominated by red and black fruit aromas, with notes of spices, and pepper. The palate is full-bodied with toasted, roasted aromas, black olive and licorice notes. The tannic structure delivers a racy wine with great personality.
Food pairings
Game,red meats and cheeses, chocolate desserts...
