Domaine Brusset Cairanne Vieilles Vignes 2017

Domaine Brusset

Domaine Brusset Cairanne Vieilles Vignes
2017

Country
France
Regulated designation
Appellation origine controlée (AOC)
Region
Rhône Valley
Subregion
Southern Rhône
Appellation
Cairanne
Classification
Not applicable
Varietal(s)
Grenache 60 %
Syrah 40 %
Alcohol percentage
13.5%
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
2 g/l
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About this winery

In this family estate, since 1947, the Brusset family has been able to combine know-how with the new techniques brought by each generation. André Brusset (1910-1999), founder of the estate, passed on his passion to his son Daniel and his grandson Laurent. Two enthusiasts, two experiences that make the Brusset estate a rare place where the complementarity of two generations gives the best results, in the respect of traditions.

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Product notes

This Vieilles Vignes offers ripe generosity and backbone in harmony, expressing its terroir with poise. Enjoyable now and built to age gracefully for up to a decade

Production notes

Crafted from 80‑year‑old Grenache and Syrah vines planted on clay‑limestone slopes with southern exposure, this cuvée is hand‑harvested and de‑stemmed. It undergoes a cold soak followed by a 3–4‑week fermentation with daily punch‑downs at around 31 °C. Aging is carried out 70% in stainless steel and 30% in two‑year‑old demi‑muids for 12 months, then bottled without filtration

Tasting notes

The wine pours a deep ruby‑garnet color and opens with evocative aromas of bramble fruit, blackberry, pepper, violet and hints of olive or tapenade. On the palate it is rich and structured, supported by silky tannins and integrated acidity with a long, juicy, mineral‑tinged finish .