COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Carignan, Grenache Noir, Syrah
PRODUCER
Domaine Balansa
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Balansa is a family-run estate situated in the rugged, high-altitude hills of the Hautes-Corbières in the Languedoc region. Managed by Céline Peyre and Alexandre Gressent, the estate is fully committed to organic and biodynamic viticulture, holding Demeter certification. 'La Vinhota' is crafted to capture the vibrant, energetic, and fresh side of their schist-grown grapes, offering a highly drinkable and approachable style that departs from the historically heavy, highly extracted reds of the region.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate's vineyards are located on steep, high-altitude schist slopes, which help maintain remarkable freshness in a warm Mediterranean climate.
Fact 02
Domaine Balansa is Demeter-certified, practicing strict biodynamic farming to encourage biodiversity and soil health.
Fact 03
La Vinhota is crafted as a 'vin de soif'—a highly refreshing, low-intervention red designed to be enjoyed young and slightly chilled.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for La Vinhota are harvested entirely by hand from old vines grown on steep schist terraces. In the cellar, the winemaking philosophy is strictly low-intervention. Spontaneous fermentation is carried out using only indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled concrete and stainless steel tanks. A short maceration period is employed to extract bright fruit flavors and soft, gentle tannins. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered, with minimal sulfur additions, preserving its raw, natural character.
