A ‘Haute Couture’ Collection of Fine Wines from the Rhône Valley
Presentation
Presentation
Maison Cascavel stands out for its artisanal approach to crafting exceptional wines. We closely collaborate with the winegrowers & passionately invest ourselves in every stage of the process. From meticulously identifying vineyard parcels to providing dedicated support to our partners, we are committed to offer handcrafted wines that embody the authenticity and personality of each appellation.
The vintage
A challenging year! Facing extreme drought conditions, grapes have shown an impressive capacity of resilience. Post-harvest, the initial tastings have alleviated all potential concerns. In terms of quality, 2022 is a top vintage.
Terroir
Selection of beautiful plots in the southern-exposed Côtes du Rhône area.
Winemaking
Harvested at dawn, grapes are destemmed, crushed and cooled to preserve their qualities. Malolactic fermentation is carried out. All along the vinification process, regular tastings are made and our winemakers pay special attention in order to ensure the best quality possible
Ageing
10 months in oak barrels
Varietals
Grenache noir : 75%
Syrah : 25%
Syrah : 25%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14 % vol.
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
14-16°C
Tasting
Expressive & complex nose of Garrigue, spices and red fruits. The mouth is structured with fine tannins and a beautiful roundness.
Food pairings
Sunday's roasted chicken, last minute BBQ or just on its own!
Reviews
"Dark berry nose, with tobacco and dark cocoa notes. Very intense and compact on the palate, with fine grained tannins, lovely acidity and a long finish"
