COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah, Grenache
PRODUCER
Château Maris
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Maris L'Autan 2020 is a red wine from the AOC Minervois in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, produced by Château Maris. The estate is recognized for its commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture, holding certifications such as Ecocert, Biodyvin, and Demeter. Château Maris is also noted for its pioneering sustainable architecture, including a winery constructed from hemp bricks designed for zero carbon emissions. The winery was founded by Robert Eden with a philosophy centered on working in harmony with nature's ecosystems. The wine is a blend of Syrah and Grenache, grown on a hillside near La Livinière, a Cru Village within Minervois, on a terroir characterized by schist, sandstone, quartz, marble, and limestone soils.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First European winery to achieve Certified B Corporation® status.
Fact 02
Winery built with hemp bricks for zero carbon emissions.
Fact 03
Pioneers in biodynamic viticulture and sustainable architecture.
Fact 04
Recognized as one of the world's most environmentally friendly wineries.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Maris L'Autan 2020 is produced using grapes from vineyards managed under organic and biodynamic practices. The harvest is carried out by hand. Fermentation utilizes indigenous yeasts and occurs in a combination of custom-made wooden vats, concrete tanks, and ovoid-shaped vats. These ovoid vats are designed to facilitate natural energy flow and lees suspension. The estate is committed to sustainable winemaking, employing practices such as natural composts, cover crops, and herbal preparations. The winery itself is constructed from hemp bricks with a focus on zero carbon emissions and recyclability.
