1620 Lorgeril Pinot Noir

The Languedoc is a vast region stretching across much of the south and
Mediterranean with large volume of IGP wine within the distinct areas of l`Aude,
Gard and Hérault and also well known appellations such as Minervois,
Corbières, Pic Saint Loup and Fitou. It’s history dates back to the Greeks and
Romans as well as monastaries in the Middle Ages. The Languedoc
experiences Mediterranean climate with high levels of sunshine and warmth with
low rainfall which are all favourable for grape growing. A wide range of grape
varieties are grown including Syrah, Grenache and Carignan and the local
variety piquepoul making a range of styles of red, white and rosé wines.

Established under Louis XIII in 1620, the Chateau de Pennautier forms the heart
of the Lorgeril estate. The Domaine comprises of 340 hectares, mainly in the
Cabardes region of northern Languedoc, close to the medieval city of
Carcassonne. Miren and Nicolas de Lorgeril, direct descendants of the first
Marquis de Pennautier, are the tenth generation of the family to make wine here.
Maison Lorgeril are passionate about sustainability, the estate have been in
organic conversion since 2015 and promote biodiversity through their vineyards.

The wines from Pays d`Oc around Carcassonne in Southern France originate
from a unique terroir which has been long used in wine production since the
Romans inhabited the area. Lorgerils focus for this elegant wine was to preserve
fruit without any oak influence as to not take away from the fresh qualities of
Pinot Noir. Intense aromas on the nose, red cherries, raspberries, violets and
blackcurrant leaf. A supple palate with a spicy pepper note, smooth tannins, a
restrained acidity and a long, fresh finish. Serve with roast chicken, turkey or charcuterie.