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Saturday, September 3, 2022 - 50 % Grenache Noir, 30 % Syrah, 20 % Carignan
from Maury in Côtes du Roussillon with shale (Schistes) marl soil and
vines of age 4-40 yrs yielding 30 hl/ha.
Manual harvest. Selection in field and on sorting table.
Traditional vinification. Aged 16 months in concrete tank.
14.5% Abv.
Background: A joint venture since 2001 between Jean-Luc Thunevin,
proprietor of Château Valandraud in Saint-Emilion and Jean-Roger Calvet
native of Maury. Early vintages made in a garage in the
village before winery built in 2008.
Proprietors: Jean-Roger and Marie Calvet, Jean-Luc Thunevin.
Cellar Master: Damien Majoral

A(ccuracy)=2: Med deep ruby/garnet. Modulated yet robust blend.
B(alance)=2: Ripe fruit with adequate structure.
C(omplexity)=2: Dark fruits, licorice, garrigue, earth.
D(epth)=1: Savory mouthfeel. Average length and finish.

Wine Tally Score [2,2,2,1] = 7/10

Unpretentious, unoaked fruit and terroir.

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