Chateau Maurel Grand Reserve 2015
Chateau Maurel Grand Reserve 2015, from Chateau Maurel, a wine estate that exists since the time of the Benedictine monks. Here, the first vines were planted as early as the 17th century. Early on, the quality was associated with a high appreciation of Cabarde’s Appelation. This creates terroir-stressed plants with an impressive body and structure.
Located in the heart of AOP Cabardès, the 160-hectare vineyard (30 hectares of which are farmed) is backed by the Montagne Noire and benefits from the Languedoc sun and the Atlantic freshness all year long. On this unique terroir, at the crossroads of the oceanic and Mediterranean winds, there is a real division between the diversity of soils, climate typicity and mastery of blends.
From 1973, Alain Maurel become the owner of this winery. Then the whole family, father and three girls started the family business together. Now, young oenologist , Oliver Ramé created the high quality products with success after his long trip in the wineries all over the world.
Château Maurel is part of a reasoned agriculture approach, certified by the main organisation “TERRA VITIS”. However,Château Maurel has gone much further in respect of the soil. Following a strong believe in an organic approach, they have not used any herbicides in their soils since 2015, with all weeding being undertaken manually.
With the necessary respect for tradition and modern oenology, succeed in wines full of character, which lastingly inspire, especially in the case of this Grande Reserve. A wine of high elegance and yet a lot of power.
Region: AOP- Cabardes
Vintage: 2015
Grape Type: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache
ABV: 13.5%
Soil: Clay and limestone
Weather conditions: The Languedoc Roussillon French region, located in the south of France is renowned for its dry and warm climate throughout the year especially for its mild winters and really hot summers. Languedoc Roussillon is lined along its southern side by the Mediterranean Sea. This is the reason why Languedoc region soaks in sweetness and warmth all year long. On average there are 2,506 sunshine hours a year. The region is a dry region of France, rainfalls are rare but can be really violent.
Wine making / Ageing: All grapes are manually harvested with a manual first press. Chateau Maurel Grand Reserve 2015 is aged for a minimum of 2 years in French oak barrels. This wine is suitable for ageing and would age for up to 10 years in the right environment.
Tasting: THIS WINE MUST BE DECANTED for at least 90 minutes (2 hours if time permits) to allow Chateau Maurel Grand Reserve 2015 to develop it’s bouquet and structure and nose. There are hints of blackberries, oak, tobacco and vanilla. The palate is round and long, the tannins present are fine.
Food Pairing: Chateau Maurel Grand Reserve 2015 is a solid bottle for enjoying dinner with friends. Specifically for food pairing with Chinese cuisine, most lamb dishes, cumin based flavours, Chinese barbecue and peking duck.
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