Parti Pris 2022
Who would have guessed that it is possible to produce an aromatic, fresh Pinot Noir on the limestone slopes of Montolieu, in the West of the Languedoc ? Parti Pris represents a strong commitment to develop aromas and delicatesse. Parti Pris translates what we like to do : taking risks, trusting our intuition !
DOMAINE
The Domaine de Cazaban is situated in the foothills of the “Montagne Noire” (Black Mountain). The property consists of 27ha, of which 22ha are planted with vines. These vines are planted on soils of clay, limestone and schist which affords the grapes an exceptional quality and diversity of style.
GRAPE
The grapes for the « Parti Pris » are harvested by hand in 15kg boxes to preserve them from breakage and oxidation ; they are grown on vines on the Limestone slopes of Montolieu. The harvest begins, generally, mid-September.
VINIFICATION
Half of the grapes are vinified de-stemmed, the other half in full grapes. They are introduced into the tanks by gravity to ensure their quality and integrity. No oenological nor chemical produce are used for the vinification ; we leave the wine to develop naturally. The grapes are macerated for a short period of about 8 days to preserve the delicate aromas which characterise the « Parti Pris ». The wine is matured in large oak barrels (600 litre Stockinger ‘demi-muids ‘). « Parti Pris » is bottled at the end of April. Parti Pris 2022 is certified "Vin Méthode Nature"
TASTING NOTES
A red robe with shades of scarlet cherries. On the nose, « Parti Pris » develops subtle notes of red fruit and cherries. Well balanced, it reveals intense length on the palate with delicate notes of oak ageing.
This wine can be appreciated now or can be matured over time. It will accompany refined dishes ; meat in light sauces, poultry and fresh goat’s milk cheese.
- MILLESIME 2022
- IGP PAYS D’AUDE
- Pinot Noir
- 3500 bottles
- Terroir Montolieu limestone
- 100% hand picked
- Certified "Vin Méthode Nature".