SYMPHONIUM Domaine LABASTIDUM

.O.C.: AOC Fronton, red wine
Wine region: Fronton vineyards, near Toulouse
Nature of the soil: composed of terrace, gravel, "iron grime"
Grapes varieties: 100% Negrette
Vinification and ageing : We destems berries by berries and transfer them straight into the amphora which contains around 160 liters. Our amphora is locally handmade. So each cuvee is unique. The day after the harvest, we start stirring very gently the berries once a day during the first week. This step is very important because we don't want that the hard cap occures. We do not interfer at all regarding temperature neither during the alcoholic fermentation nor malolactic fermentation. Depending on the tasting and our expectations, we will stir the wine if needed.
Tasting : Red colour of deep intensity. On the nose a wonderful scent of blackcurrant, slightly toasted fruity notes of red fruits, notes of red bramble berries, chalk spices, shades of wet stones. In the mouth, the attack is generous, the wine then develops a full-bodied balance, a pungent minerality, quite tense, with richness and great elegance. A very long, silky and elegant finish, on sweet strawberry nuances.
Food & wine pairing : pairing with local products, grilled meats, fish and even desserts. Advice & Service: serve around 14 °C