Grape: Mondeuse
Region: Savoie, France

Distributor's Notes:

"The wine is matured in stainless steel tanks for 8 months. To further develop flavor and soften the tannins, Carrel introduces air into the tanks through micro-oxygenation after the first racking. Eric was the first in the region to do this. The Mondeuse next undergoes malolactic fermentation to balance the level of acidity. It is assembled, bottled over the summer, and released after 2-3 months of bottle age. This cuvée has an opaque, dark purple color but is relatively low in alcohol for such a deeply flavored wine. It presents aromas and flavors of blackberries, cassis, dark chocolate, licorice and minerals, all lifted and prolonged by soft tannins and the unique sensation of Alpine freshness."