COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Gérald Et Jocelyne Oustric
REGION
Ardèche
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gérald and Jocelyne Oustric, operating as Domaine du Mazel, are pioneering natural winemakers in Valvignères, Ardèche, France. This brother and sister team are renowned for their commitment to sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking. Their philosophy centers on respecting the soil and the plant, cultivating their 22-hectare property with old vines on calcareous and clay-limestone soils. They have been certified "Agriculture Biologique" (Organic Agriculture) since 2002, reflecting their dedication to ecological farming practices. Cuvée Larmande embodies their vision, showcasing the unique terroir of Valvignères through a pure expression of Syrah.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-19°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gérald and Jocelyne Oustric are pioneers of natural winemaking in France's Ardèche region.
Fact 02
Their entire 22-hectare vineyard has been certified organic since 2002.
Fact 03
Cuvée Larmande is made without any added sulfites, a hallmark of natural winemaking.
Fact 04
All wine movement during production is done by gravity, avoiding pumps.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking for Cuvée Larmande is a testament to natural wine principles. Gérald and Jocelyne Oustric meticulously manage their vineyards organically, avoiding chemical weedkillers, insecticides, anti-rot treatments, and chemical fertilizers. They aim for small yields to ensure healthy, balanced grapes, which are harvested manually in small boxes. The vinification process involves whole bunches and semi-carbonic maceration, utilizing 100% indigenous yeasts for fermentation. No added chemicals, vitamins, or enzymes are used. All wine movement is achieved by gravity, eliminating the need for pumping. Crucially, the wines are made without any added sulfites, preserving the natural character of the fruit and terroir.
