Epicurius
A deep garnet red wine that offers opulent aromas of mango, rose, lichee and violet evolving to cardamom and ginger. This olfactory explosion is a result of the unusual blend of Petit Verdot and Malbec. In the mouth it is smooth, supple, and creamy, with rich, mouthcoating tannins and lovely floral and fruity notes of yellow peach, blackcurrant and strawberry, and also the vivacity of pomegranate, with violet, liquorice, elderberry and mint joining this joyous harmony on the finish. L’Epicurius is a surprise reserved for the curious in pursuit of the luscious.
Technical sheet
Appellation
IGP Pays d'Oc
Vintage
2023
Varieties
60 % Petit verdot, 40 % Malbec
Alcohol
13.5 % alc. /vol
Terroir
Limestone clay. The climate is Mediterranean with a continental influence typical of the Limoux terroir for our Malbec, and profoundly Mediterranean nearer to the coast for our Petit Verdot.
Vinification
Traditional vinification with total destemming and no crushing.
Light pumping over for 10 minutes a day with fermentation temperature kept at 25°C for the Petit Verdot and 28 °C for the Malbec. Total vatting time of 3 weeks for the Petit Verdot and the Malbec. Malolactic fermentation carried out on clarified wine to conserve the maximum fruit.
Ageing
Concrete vats: 60% of the volume
Barrels: 40% of the volume
Duration: 4 months
Recognition and awards
- Concours Terre de Vins 2024 Gold Medal Read article
- Jancis Robinson April 2024 16,5/20 Read article
Geographical location
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