Le P'tit Vaillant Rouge 20/21
€15,50
Producer: Domaine Les Grandes Vignes
Country: France
Region: Loire
Grape variety: Grolleau Noir, Cabernet Franc
Alcohol by volume: 12,3%
Bottle size: 0,75 l
Sulphur: no addition
Le P’tit Vaillant Rouge is just one of these, a multi-vintage blend from 20/21, made with Cabernet Franc and Grolleau Noir, the latter known locally as Groslot. Grown on sandy-loamy soils with flint, the grapes were destemmed and macerated for around 10 days, before fermenting in a combination of concrete and inox, and the majority was aged in used barrique. Plum and sour cherry meet sprigs of thyme and just a hint of smoked wood, with light tannins that make it a great match for grilled red pepper, olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt. Drink at around 12°C.
