Domaine Gayda
Chemin de Moscou
2022
- Organic
About this winery
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Product notes
“Chemin de Moscou” is named after the “Nom Cadastral”(land registry name) of the vineyards around our winery in the village of Brugairolles. The road leading to these vineyards is called “Chemin de Moscou”, the “Road to Moscow”. The local villagers believe the name originated from the place outside the village where meetings were held, under the “L’arbre de Moscou” the “Moscow Tree”. This tree was used as a navigation beacon by pioneers of the Aéropostale service. The tree, an enormous pine, was struck by lightning and burned to the ground over 20 years ago.
Production notes
Low yielding vines – Hand picked – Hand graded selection – One third of Syrah whole bunch fermentation, two thirds de-stemmed without crushing – De-stemmed – Berry selection – Traditional vinification with 2 weeks post-fermentation maceration. 21 months in French oak.
Tasting notes
The nose is remarkably intense, with dominant notes of wild blackberry, supported by fresh touches of liquorice and black pepper. Intoxicating floral notes of violet add a refined dimension. On the palate, refinement come to the fore with aromas of blackcurrant liqueur, enriched by hints of pepper and cocoa beans. A fresh vegetal base and hints of plum jam add depth and richness to the wine.