Château Pesquié
Artemia
2020
- Organic
- Biodynamic
- Vegan
$50.50
About this winery
The history of Château Pesquié is one of a family who believed very early on in the tremendous potential of the Ventoux. Since 2003, Alexandre & Frédéric have taken up the torch and now continue the family adventure with the same concern for expressing the terroir of the Ventoux. Today it is one of the flagship estates of the Appellation and of the southern Rhône Valley and the new generation intends to keep up the "sacred fire". The terroir of Château Pesquié is first of all one of the...
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Product notes
Artemia is one of the three single vineyards of Château Pesquié (with Ascensio and Silica). It offers an outstanding Northern Rhône style syrah expression with a very fresh and crisp profile. Artemia takes its name from ancient Greek and means « good health » and « integrity ».
Production notes
Grapes are picked at an optimal maturity but a great attention is devoted to keeping a balanced pH, Fully destemmed. One month maceration, extremely gentle and minimal extraction. No fining. Aging for 12 to 15 months, in concrete vat (40%), in barrels of 225 L (30%) and 600 L demi-muids (30%). Bottled at the Château.
Tasting notes
Color: Purple Nose: Aromatic nose, with notes of violet flower, licorice, spices and fresh blackberry. Mouth: The palate has a fresh and velvety texture, very balanced and very subtle, with aromas of strawberry, raspberry and violet flower, with a long and slightly peperry finish