Cinsault, Grenache

Vaucluse, France

This cuvée is a very light expression of the Cinsaut grape variety (spelled the ancient way). Vincent believes a short maceration allows for the grape’s distinct flowery nose to finally take its seat at the proverbial table, balancing delicate aromas with intensely juicy, slightly carbonic notes on the palate. The slight sprinkle of Grenache serves as a sort of fairy dust, adding length to guarantee a happy finish in your mouth.

About the make:

Much of the juice undergoes semi-carbonic maceration and ferments in cement, at which point it is left to age until blended and bottled in the spring. The results are jewels of varying degrees of ruby-red: Au P'tit Bonheur is vinified separately with a short maceration (3 + 9 days, respectively). Light, ethereal Cinsault is chosen for its floral nose with Grenache added for length.