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ST. LAURENT ROTHENBERG 2006

GRAPE:
St. Laurent
VINEYARD AND SOIL:
Rothenberg; Gravelly, red loam soil with lime-rich subsoil
HARVEST:
Early September
FERMENTATION:
 
Fermentation at 32°C; 3 weeks on the skins
VINIFICATION:
Vinification in new French oak barriques
ALCOHOL:
13.6%vol
RESIDUAL SUGAR:
1.9g/l
ACIDITY:
4.9g/l
DESCRIPTION:
Intense ruby-garnet with dark violet reflexes, strong aroma full of dark fruit (blackberries), a hint of coffee, very full and concentrated on the palate, long finish
RECOMMENDED WITH:
Ideal with hearty meat dishes made with delicate spices, as well as mature cheeses
Serving temperature 16-18°C.