Xavier Vignon, Arcane XV Le Fou, Vin de France, Red
Xavier Vignon, Arcane XV Le Fou, Vin de France, Red
Xavier Vignon is one of the top consultant winemakers in the south of France. He used to be a master Champagne blender (so he knows a thing or two about constructing wines) but now lives in the Rhône Valley from where he visits around 300 estates to advise them on viticulture and vinification. At the end of each year, as he hands over his bill, he offers some of his employers to exchange it for barrels to make his own blends - well, that’s more or less how it works!
The story
Blend of 5 vintages among the most popular in recent years, expressed around 10 terroirs in the Southern Rhône Valley, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rasteau, Ventoux, etc.) : composed of 15 different late ripening variations of Grenache (variety of rootstocks). Champagne-style Rhone Valley wine.
Vinification
Cold pre-fermentation maceration for three weeks in order to ensure the full integration of the aromatic components and polyphenols whilst preventing the extraction of tannins from the seeds of the grapes. Followed by traditional maceration. Ageing: 1/3 in French and Austrian oak barrels, 1/3 in truncated wooden vats, 1/3 in concrete vessels.
Varietals
Grenache noir: 85
Syrah: 5
Mourvèdre: 5
Caladoc: 5
Specifications
Alcohol content: 14,5% vol.
GM: No.
Allergenes: Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
