Region
AOP Collioure
Winemaker notes
The Collioure appellation is comprised of 1000 hectares situated in the rolling terrain between the Pyrenees mountains and the Mediterranean. With soils comprised of mainly grey and brown schist, the region benefits from the moderating influences the altitude from slopes from the nearby mountains, the Mediterranean sea and strong, cooling Tramontane wind. The Collioure appellation is comprised of 1000 hectares situated in the rolling terrain between the Pyrenees mountains and the Mediterranean. With soils comprised of mainly grey and brown schist, the region benefits from the moderating influences the altitude from slopes from the nearby mountains, the Mediterranean sea and strong, cooling Tramontane wind. The dry wines of the region are known to have a distinct saline minerality.
Viticultural Notes
Vineyards are planted on steep terraces of schist. Grapes are hand-harvested and hand-sorted.
Vintage Notes
2015 Vintage: An excellent vintage overall in terms of quality and quantity. The winter and spring were mild, kick starting the growing season earlier than normal. The region's southerly latitude spared any risk of frost with the earlier bud break. Starting in May, temperatures were warm, with cooler evenings that preserved acidities, and occasional rain storms spared the vines from hydric stress. The tramontane wind blew normally which reduced disease pressure and cooled vineyards. The coastal region of Collioure saw additional cooling effect from the sea breezes. Red wines have balanced tannins and acidity with aromatic lift and rich, ripe fruit concentration.
Wine | Cap Béar Red |
Estate | Domaine des Clos de Paulilles |
Vintage | 2015 |
Varietal | 50% Grenache, 50% Syrah |
Region | AOP Collioure |
Vine Age | 20-30 years |
Soil | Schist |
Farming | Certified Organic |
Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks |
Aging | Aging in demi-muids and stainless steel for 6 months prior to bottling. |
Alcohol | 15% |