Name of the wine: Terres des Truffles
Type of wine: Red wine
Grape variety used: Grenache, Syrah
Appellation: AOP Ventoux
Aromatic and taste description: Terres des Truffes is an exceptional red wine from the AOP Ventoux appellation. Its dress has a beautiful deep ruby red color. On the nose, it reveals rich aromas of ripe red and black fruits, such as cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant, combined with spicy notes, liquorice and a subtle touch of truffle. On the palate, this wine offers a beautiful structure, velvety tannins and great aromatic generosity. It reveals flavors of ripe fruit, spices and nuances of undergrowth. The finish is long and tasty.
Recommended food and wine pairings: Terres des Truffes goes perfectly with grilled meats, stews, aged cheeses and truffle-based dishes.
Recommended serving temperature: Between 16°C and 18°C
Shelf life and aging potential: Terres des Truffes can be tasted as soon as it is bottled to take advantage of its fruity and aromatic character. It also has aging potential of 5 to 8 years, during which time it will continue to improve and develop more complexity.
History and culture of the winery or wine region: Terres des Truffes is produced in the AOP Ventoux wine region in the south of France. This appellation is renowned for its unique terroir, its soils rich in clay and limestone, as well as for its Mediterranean climate, which give the wines an authentic expression of the terroir. The winery that produces Terre des Truffes is driven by a passion for wine and respect for tradition, which is reflected in the quality of its wines.
Technical information on the wine: The Terres des Truffes grapes are harvested by hand at optimum maturity, then carefully sorted before being destemmed and put in vats for fermentation. Maceration extracts the aromas and tannins from the must. Fermentation is carried out at controlled temperatures to preserve the freshness and aromas of the wine. Part of the wine is aged in oak barrels to enrich its structure and complexity, while the rest is aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve its freshness and fruitiness.
Comments and tasting notes from wine experts: Terres des Truffes, a red wine from the AOP Ventoux, has been hailed by wine critics for its power, elegance and bewitching aromas.