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Domaine Saint Sylvestre - Languedoc L'Héritière des Pierres rouge 2021
Domaine Saint Sylvestre - Languedoc L'Héritière des Pierres Red 2021

Domaine Saint Sylvestre - Languedoc L'Héritière des Pierres rouge 2021

Languedoc|Red wine
complex
long guard
leather
game

"Power and structure come together in this remarkable Languedoc wine—truly outstanding!"

L'Héritière des Pierres stands out for its exceptional elegance, showcasing a pronounced minerality reminiscent of flint. The initial nose is marked by a spicy character, evolving into aromas of cherries, strawberries, and rose petals, with hints of leather. The high-quality tannins promise an aging potential of at least 15 years.

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Estate

Domaine Saint Sylvestre

Vintage

L'Héritière des Pierres

Vintage

2021

Designation

Languedoc

Region

Languedoc

Grape Varieties

40% Carignan, 35% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, 10% Grenache

Terroirs

Soil consisting of 90% rounded pebbles and 10% limestone

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

Manual harvests by grape variety and by plot

Wine Making

The grapes were destemmed; fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts, separated by grape variety and vineyard block; manual punch-downs were performed; and the wine was left to ferment for 35 days.

Livestock Farming

Aged for 24 months in Burgundy barrels that have held one previous vintage; no fining or filtration; bottled according to the lunar cycle

Alcohol content

13.5%

Eye

Deep red dress

Nose

A captivating bouquet of cherries, strawberries, and rose petals

Palate

A superb balance of nobility, finesse, elegance, and lovely freshness, with a very nice finish

Serve

At 15°C

Open

Decant for a long time when young

Drink starting at

2025

Drink before

2035+

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with hare à la royale, game, fine aged meats, or capon…

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