Alcôve 2024
Maury | Red | 2024
Alcôve is a Maury Vin Doux Naturel cuvée made from 100% Grenache Noir, the emblematic grape variety of Roussillon. It draws its richness from the diverse terroirs of Tautavel, Maury, and Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, combining black schist, clay-limestone, and clay-schist soils.
Hand-harvested with rigorous sorting, the grapes are vinified with precision: a short fermentation followed by mutage on skins, then extended maceration. Aging in French oak barrels for 10 months, without seeking pronounced oak influence (using old barrels), refines the structure while preserving the fruit.
A cuvée that combines power, lusciousness, and elegance, in a style true to traditional great Maury wines.
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Serving suggestions
Serve at 12° to 14°C
Aging potential
5 to 10 years
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Clos Des Vins d’Amour
Located in Roussillon, Clos des Vins d’Amour is a family vineyard whose origins date back to 1860. Currently operated by the Dornier family, the estate spans three major and complementary sectors: Tautavel, Maury, and Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, all characterized by demanding schist soils, emblematic of northern Roussillon.
The vineyard is predominantly planted with Grenache (black, grey, and white), complemented by old-vine Carignan, as well as Macabeu and Syrah depending on the plots. These contrasting terroirs allow for a nuanced interpretation of Maury appellations, encompassing both dry wines and vins doux naturels, with a constant focus on balance rather than overt expression.
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