Chateau Peyros Tradition (750ml)

HISTORY The property was built in the XVIIth century, and Jean-Jacques Lesgourgues took it over in 1999. « Peyros » means a stony place in Gascony language, which is very representative of the terroir. VINEYARD 20 hectares of vines in the most southern oriented vineyard of the Madiran appellation. 9 hectares are used for the Tannat-Cabernet Terroir: rolled pebble and intermediate gravel on a sandy and silty ground. Average age of the vines : 25 to 30 years Yield : 45hl/ha Production : 3,500 cases GRAPES 60% Tannat 40% Cabernet Franc VINIFICATION Traditionnal. Some micro-oxygenation. Skin fermentation : 20 days Ageing : 12 months with 25% of new oak AGEING POTENTIAL From 2 to 5 years TASTING NOTES A deep dark red color. Intense nose of black berries, plums and spicy notes, specific to Tannat grape. This fruity wine is perfectly balanced with elegant woody notes, well-rounded tannins and a long length. GOURMET INSTANT Will pair nicely with roasted meat (lamb, beef), barbecue, meats in sauce, duck magret, cheese. Best decanted 15 minutes before pouring.