Firmly tannic wine, spiced with acidity, black plum skins, damsons and tight black currants. It is attractively balanced, a real food wine, that will mature well in 3–4 years

Perfect accompaniment to a summer barbecue, hearty meat dishes in general, fine game such as deer and medium to firm cheeses.

climate

Cahors enjoys a temperate maritime climate, quite warm in summer with regular rainfall (even in the driest months). Towards the end of flowering often influenced by southern Mediterranean winds which promote the ripening of the grapes. Fairly mild winters.

soil

Sandy soil with a little clay and limestone that lie in the plain near the Lot. Ideal for smooth, fruity wines.

vinification

Strict selection before and after picking. Classic fermentation at low temperature in stainless steel vats. No wood maturation. Maturation in stainless steel for several months after bottling.