2021 Domaine La Calmette 'Serpent a Plumes', Vin de France
$34.99
- Vine Age: Planted from the 1970s to early 2000s
- Terroir: West-facing, 300-330m altitude. Kimmeridgian limestone and marl bedrock, fairly deep clay-limestone soil.
- Viticulture: Organic (AB), biodynamic methods.
- Vinification: Some whole cluster inclusion and a percentage of the fruit pressed immediately. 6-15 day ambient yeast fermentation with gentle infusion. Aged about 12 months on the lees in concrete and stainless steel tanks. No fining, no filtration. Minimal SO2 adjustment at bottling (10 ppm).
Specs
- Country France
- Region Sud-Ouest
- Appellation Cahors
- Style Red Wine
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Malbec
- Food Pairings Gamey Meats, Roast White Meats, Braised Things, Steak!, Red Sauce
- Characteristics Wild Side, No Sulfur, Flexes w/ Food, Dressed to Impress, Black or Blue Fruit