COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Mourvèdre, Carignan, Grenache
PRODUCER
Château Pech-Latt
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Pech-Latt L'Île Ardente 2019 is a red wine from the AOC Corbières appellation in the Languedoc-Roussillon, France. Produced by Château Pech-Latt, the estate has been a leader in organic farming since the 1970s, achieving certification in 1991. The wine is a blend of Mourvèdre (50%), Carignan (30%), and Grenache (20%), with vines averaging 40 years in age. The estate's commitment to preserving the ecosystem and biodiversity is central to its winemaking philosophy. The vineyard is situated on clay alluvial soils along the Orbieu River, benefiting from the region's sunny and windy climate.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€24
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Certified organic since 1991, a pioneer in the region.
Fact 02
Estate built on the ruins of a monastery with over 1000 years of viticulture history.
Fact 03
Old vine Carignan is a key component, adding depth and character.
Fact 04
Practices include soil cultivation for microbial life and sheep grazing.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château Pech-Latt L'Île Ardente begins with a manual harvest and rigorous sorting of the grapes. Fermentation occurs in cement vats over a period of 20 to 25 days, utilizing techniques such as pumping over and rack-and-return to optimize extraction. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for a minimum of eight months. The estate's winemaking is guided by a strong commitment to organic farming principles, which have been in practice since the 1970s and are central to their approach to viticulture and vinification.
