Les Vignes des Bacchantes
M1
$23.00
Out of stock
About this winery
Wine making is growing exponentially in Quebec, which now has more than 200 producers. Acquired in September 2012 by the Daoust family, the vineyard is established on the site of the former Brownlee estate. The estate, which covers 263 acres, includes a stone residence built 180 years ago and a few buildings. The choice of Hemmingford in southern Quebec to found a vineyard seems quite natural, since within a radius of a few kilometers, you will find half a dozen vineyards and cider houses....
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Product notes
The vineyard soils are composed of very calcareous sandy loam. They are criss-crossed by clay-limestone veins, making them an ideal terroir for vines. These characteristics give the wines great amplitude and a very interesting salinity. The south-facing aspect ensures excellent grape ripeness. The vines are grassed and the soil is worked mechanically under the rows.
Production notes
The grapes are harvested at the end of the season, by hand, with manual sorting. They are then gently pressed as whole grapes, followed by 24 h of cold settling, and temperature-controlled fermentation (16-17°C) to preserve their varietal thiol aromas. It will be aged without malolactic fermentation for 4 months. Bubbling begins in spring, and bottles are placed on laths for 18 months, allowing for fine bubbles and suppleness.
Tasting notes
The nose is very expressive, with apples and a delicate touch of roasted nuts and brioche. The bubbles are persistent and creamy.