COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Grenache Noir, Syrah, Mourvèdre
PRODUCER
Alain Jaume
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Lirac Dom du Clos de Sixte Alain Jaume 2019 is a red wine from the Lirac AOC in the Southern Rhône Valley, France. Produced by Alain Jaume, it is a blend of 50% Grenache Noir, 35% Syrah, and 15% Mourvèdre. The Alain Jaume family has a long winemaking tradition, establishing Domaine du Clos de Sixte in 2003 to further explore the Lirac terroir. The winery is committed to certified organic farming practices, aiming to reflect the distinct character of the land in its wines. The vineyard shares geological similarities with neighboring Châteauneuf-du-Pape, featuring soils composed of rounded stones and Miocene marine molasses.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard soils mirror those of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Fact 02
Alain Jaume practices certified organic farming.
Fact 03
The family winemaking history dates back to 1826.
Fact 04
Lirac is a lesser-known gem across from Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Lirac Dom du Clos de Sixte Alain Jaume begins with hand-sorted, crushed, and destemmed grapes. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats at 30°C for 18 days, utilizing the pigeage technique. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 10-12 months, primarily in concrete vats with some maturation in French oak barrels, including a portion of new oak. The winery adheres to certified organic farming practices.
