Les Deux Clochers 2018

Union des Vignerons Saint-Pourcain

Les Deux Clochers
2018

$18.00

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 0.10
Product code
895953
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Specialty by lot
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$15.65
Country
France
Regulated designation
Appellation origine controlée (AOC)
Region
Loire Valley
Appellation
Saint-Pourçain
Varietal(s)
Gamay 75 %
Pinot Noir 25 %
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
1,9 g/l
Closure type
Cork
Aging potential
To drink within 4 years
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About this winery

Even if the legend traces the origins of the Saint-Pourçain vineyard back to the Phoenicians in the 5th century BC, the discovery in Vichy of ancient viticultural tools and instruments attests to the cultivation of vines in the year 50 BC by the Romans. The Union des vignerons ( Wine Growers' Union ) of Saint-Pourçain, has largely contributed to the recovery of the vineyard, especially in the 1980's when those in charge of the Saint-Pourçain appellation decided on a more qualitative...

See the Union des Vignerons Saint-Pourcain detail page for more information on this brand

Production notes

Separate harvesting and vinification of each grape variety. Pre-fermentation maceration for 24 hours. Thermo-regulated vinification at 30°C at the beginning of alcoholic fermentation, then temperature control around 25°C to develop and preserve the maximum of fermentation aromas. Hot maceration (28°C) for 2 days after alcoholic fermentation. The Gamays have a total vatting time of 5 days, that of the Pinots Noirs is 7 days. Pumping over and punching of the cap 2 to 3 times a day improves the extraction phenomena. Maturing in stainless steel vats for 8 months.

Tasting notes

Attractive cherry-red colour. Elegant aromas of morello cherry, blackcurrant, black fruits with a spicy touch of pepper and coriander. Pleasant and fruity mouth, supple. Beautiful aromatic persistence of red and black fruits. Convivial wine which can be appreciated at a temperature of 14°C, with cold meats, white meats, but also as an aperitif or as a dessert with red fruit salads.