Ratings
90 points by James Suckling
Identity
| Producer | Gerard Bertrand |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | Malbec |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Dark red with purple-blue hues |
| Aroma | Intense aromas of black fruits, blackberries, violet, dried herbs, and a touch of black earth |
| Palate | Structured with silky tannins, medium-bodied with velvety texture, good volume on the mid-palate, and a juicy, fruity finish with floral undertones |
| Finish | Finish is nicely round with notes of blackcurrant and liquorice, elegant and well balanced |
| Food Pairing | Ideal to accompany grilled meats or dishes with sauce |
| Aging Potential | Good aging potential, suitable for several years of cellaring |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged for one year in concrete tanks |
| Fermentation | Traditional vinification with destemming before a 10-day maceration, light pump-overs, and temperature control |
Terroir
| Soil | Limestone soils and gravelly terraces |
| Vine Age | Between 25 and 50 years (old Malbec vines) |
| Harvest Type | Mechanical |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are harvested mechanically using a machine fitted with a destemmer that separates the grapes from the stems. |
Interesting facts
| Named after the historic year 1152 marking the union between France and England; Gérard Bertrand is a pioneer in biodynamic viticulture in the Languedoc region and expanding into Cahors |
Logistics
| Weight | 100 g |