Laurent Miquel
Larmes des Fées
2016
$39.75
About this winery
In 1791, the Miquel family acquired Château Cazal Viel. Today, the vineyard represents the largest independent estate in the Saint-Chinian appellation. Cultivated with passion by Henri, and his son Laurent, an 8th generation winemaker, these poor lands give birth to great wines of the Saint Chinian appellation and exceptional whites. Our philosophy is simple: only superior grapes can produce great wines. This approach clearly presides over all the Château's viticultural activity. In terms of...
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Production notes
Sustainable cultivation, 5-wire trellising De-stemming, long vatting with temperature control of fermentation, fining, light tangential filtration before bottling. Ageing for 14 months in new French oak barrels.
Tasting notes
A wine with a deep garnet robe with intense red reflections. The nose is complex and intense with toasted notes that evolve towards aromas of vanilla, fresh almonds and dried fruit. The harmony between wood and fruit notes is superb. The palate is opulent and concentrated with silky tannins. A wonderful balance with a nice length in the mouth