COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Carignan
PRODUCER
Domaine de Cébène
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine de Cébène Les Bancèls 2021 is a red wine from the Faugères appellation in Languedoc-Roussillon, France. The wine's name, 'Les Bancèls,' refers to the terraced structure of the vineyards. Winemaker Brigitte Chevalier established Domaine de Cébène in 2007 with a focus on expressing the unique schist terroir of Faugères. The vineyards are situated on north-facing slopes at an altitude of 300 meters, with some vines exceeding 70 years of age. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes organic viticulture and minimal intervention to showcase the purity of the terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Les Bancèls means 'terraces' in old Occitan, referring to the vineyard's structure.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located at 300 meters altitude on north-facing slopes.
Fact 03
Some vines are over 70 years old.
Fact 04
The cellar is built into the rocks, utilizing gravity for winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine de Cébène Les Bancèls 2021 is produced using grapes from organic vineyards. The winemaking process utilizes a custom-built, gravity-fed cellar. Each parcel is vinified separately, employing indigenous yeasts and controlled temperatures with soft pigeage techniques. No sulfites are added during vinification. The wine undergoes 12 months of aging without oak influence.
