Du Grappin Cinsault 2022 750ml

From a parcel of Cinsault vines near the town of Nyons in the upper reaches of the Southern Rhone. Planted in stony gravel of schist and limestone carved by ancient glaciers, sheltered by Mount Ventoux and the Prealps. The location enables good acidity from cool night-time temperatures, moderate altitude, and fresh mountain winds.

Harvested by hand and placed in small stainless steel vats for for a two-week carbonic fermentation that heightens the bright fruit flavour of Cinsault. Pressed and aged in stainless steel for seven months and bottles unfined and unfiltered.

Red-fruited, perfumed, and juicy. The wine begs to be slightly chilled, brightening the acidity even further.

-Andrew and Emma Nielsen