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CLOS DE LA BARBANNE

BED AND BREAKFAST + BOUTIQUE WINERY

Concerto 2016

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Price

€29.00

Another exceptional vintage that continues to impress. Although it has some age, this wine remains remarkably youthful and vibrant. It showcases a captivating concentration of darker fruit flavors, complemented by enticing spicy undertones and a harmonious balance of acidity. The interplay of its rich concentration, lively acidity, and well-rounded tannin structure promises a graceful evolution in the years to come. This vintage is poised to develop even greater complexity and elegance, making it a stellar choice for aging over the next decade.

Size

Quantity

Blend

  • Merlot - 90%
  • Cabernet Franc - 10%

Growing Conditions

The season began with a wet spring, which delayed flowering and increased disease pressure, requiring careful vineyard management. However, from late June onward, the weather turned dry and warm, with an extended period of hot and sunny days lasting through the summer. Importantly, the nights remained cool during the warmer months, which helped to preserve acidity and freshness. September and October brought ideal harvest conditions, allowing for optimal ripening.

Soil

  • Parcels planted on a mix of loamy and sandy soils over a deep bed of clay and decomposed limestone
  • Farming method: "Lutte raisonnée"
  • Zero herbicide

Harvest

Hand-harvested, destemmed, and manually sorted on vibrating tables

Maturation

18 months in traditional 225L French oak barrels (50% new)
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