Laurent Miquel
Pinot Noir Solas
2020
$16.60
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
Night harvest, cold prefermentation maceration for 5 to 7 days to extract a maximum of fruity aromas, fermentation up to 25-26 degrees alternating punching down and pumping over. Mostly aged in stainless steel tanks with 20% aged in barrels of 1 to 2 wines for 6 months to increase the complexity of this wine.
Tasting notes
Solas Pinot Noir is balanced, with a generous and light body. Aromas of wild strawberries and rosemary - with hints of spicy Indian tea on the finish. The palate reveals flavours of cherries, raspberries and blackberries.