COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah
PRODUCER
Xavier Vignon
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Xavier Vignon Lirac 2019 is a red wine from the Lirac appellation in France's Southern Rhône Valley. Produced by Xavier Vignon, a winemaker known for his blending expertise and deep connection to terroir, the wine is crafted from 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah. The grapes are sourced from multiple parcels within Lirac, with vines averaging 40-50 years in age, grown on soils of rolled pebbles and clay. Lirac is an appellation that offers a similar terroir to its more famous neighbor, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, often at a more accessible price point. Xavier Vignon's winemaking philosophy emphasizes respecting nature and innovation, contributing to the wine's distinctive character.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Lirac shares terroir with Châteauneuf-du-Pape but is often a more budget-friendly discovery.
Fact 02
Xavier Vignon is known as a 'terroir hunter' and master blender.
Fact 03
Vine age for this wine averages 40-50 years.
Fact 04
The wine is made from 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Xavier Vignon Lirac 2019 is produced using a blend of Grenache (80%) and Syrah (20%), with the grape varieties often co-fermented to enhance aromatic complexity. Fermentation takes place at moderate temperatures. Following fermentation, 30% of the wine undergoes 12 months of aging in barrels, while the remainder is matured in stainless steel tanks or concrete vats. The grapes are hand-harvested, with careful attention paid to ripeness through daily monitoring of polyphenols. Xavier Vignon's approach emphasizes respecting the natural environment and employing innovative techniques in his winemaking.
