2018 Domaine Lafond Lirac Rouge, Rhone Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE Certified organic. This is a blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 5% Carignan, 5% Mourvdre grown in stony and sandy terroir with terraces of round galets. The fruit is de stemmed. Fermentation is induced using only indigenous yeast in stainless steel. The wine is then aged in new barrels for 3 4 months. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Pascal Lafonds beautifully made wines from Tavel, Lirac and Chateauneuf du Pape are among the finest values the

ferments were drained and pressed

François Martenot

it went direct to the press in order to maintain its natural freshness

the company now employs a collection of over 20 artisans to complete the hand made process

A tiny portion of grapes are held back

and versatile

along with 2004 and 2005

Classic white vinification with fermentation in stainless steel tanks

as well as a good portion of the Chablis AOC wine

The Weinbau Vineyard's 30 year old Malbec vines pile on the concentration and spice notes

giving Romanée-Conti

That ten-week contract evolved into a 4-year engagement