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d.A. Syrah
Vin de Pays d'Oc
  SITUATION
Domaine Astruc consists of 50 hectares on the "Coteaux Limouxin" of which 11 hectares are within the Limoux Appellation d'Origine Controlée and the other 39 hectares within the Vin de Pays d'Oc Appellation. The estate is planted with Chardonnay, Mauzac, Chenin, Viognier, Sauvignon, Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir and Malbec. It has built its reputation thanks to its unique soils and climate. Since 1802, Domaine Astruc has been renowned for the quality of its wines.
SOIL & VINEYARD
Mainly Gravel and clayed/Limestone soils. 12 to 25 years old vines.
The vineyard is trellised. Guyot Double pruning.
BLEND
100% Syrah
AVERAGE YIELD
52 hl per hectare.
VINIFICATION
After pick-up the grapes are brought to the winery. Fermentation is done at 30 degree maximum and for 5 days. After fermentation, maceration lasted for 21 days at 25°C maxi with daily pumping over.
After maceration, the wine is very softly pressed with pneumatic press.
The first pressings have been re-blended with the free run wine.
AGEING
70% The blend will age in stainless steel vats for 5 months.
The 30% remaining are aged in 1 and 2 years old oak barrels: 20% French oak, 80% American oak
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Intense Deep purple colour.
Nose: At first spices, leather and violette flower. The second nose develops blackcurrant and toasted notes.
Mouth: Full-bodied. Ripe and floral flavours with a good acidity on the middle palate. toasted flavours on the finish. Good persistence.
FOOD & WINE
Best served at 17° C. Will go well, meat pies, game and grilled red meat, beef stews, Medium flavour and hard cheeses.
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