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<h1>Abbotts</h1> <h2>Nos Vins</h2> <h2>Cumulus Reserve Minervois Nuages</h2> <h3>Cumulus Reserve 2000</h3> 60% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 10% CarignanStoney limestone ridges.45 hl/ha30 000 bottlesSyrah on two upright trellises. Grenache and Mourvèdre on old bush vines.14 months in conical sided 50hl oak vats (foudres).A complex wine with aromas of spices, undergrowth and tobacco and a silky finish.This wine is a perfect partner for rich meat dishes and spicy mediterranean food.Enjoy now.All de-stemmed, crushed and fermented with daily pumping over.<h3>Cumulus Reserve 2003</h3> 45% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 20% Carignan, 5% MourvèdreStoney limestone ridges45 hl/ha30 000 bottlesSyrah on two upright trellises. Grenache and Mourvèdre on old bush vines.14 months in conical sided 50hl oak vats (foudres).Alc : 13.4%Vol TA : 5.18 (tartric) pH : 3.69A complex wine with concentrated blackberry, chocolate and cigar box aromas complemented by a long smooth palate with fine tannins.This wine is a perfect partner for rich meat dishes and spicy mediterranean food.5 to 10 yearsAll de-stemmed, crushed and fermented with daily pumping over.<h3>Cumulus Reserve 2005</h3> 45% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 20% Carignan, 5% Mourvèdremainly clay and limestone. Grapes come from various "terroir" of the Minervois region 40-45hl/ha13 000 bottlesold vines trained on an upright trellis and bush vinesthe wine is matured for 12 months : 30% in new French barrels, 40% in one-year-old French barrels and 30% in one-year-old American oak barrelsAlc : 14,7%vol TA : 3,4 pH : 3,7This wine has a deep ruby colour. Its red fruits flavours (cherry and blackcurrant), enhanced by spicy cinnamon notes and the fresh aromas of the garrigue, finish on smooth vanilla hints. It is soft and rich on the palate with fresh red fruits at the end.Idealy served with mediterranean food, this wine is also the best accompaniment with goat and ewe cheeses. Serve at 18 °C5 years traditional fermentation and hot carbonic maceration, long vatting after fermentation<h3>Cumulus Reserve 2006</h3> 45% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 20% Carignan,5% MourvèdreVarious "terroir" from the Minervois region mainly clay and limestone soils 40-45 hl/ha30.000 bottlesold vines trained on an upright trellis and on bush vines Aged in barrels for 12 months (30% in new French barrels, 40% in one-year-old French barrels and 30% in one-year-old American barrels)Alc : 14%Vol TA : 3.4 pH : 3.7This wine has a deep rubis colour. Its red fruits scents (cherry and blackberry) are in harmony with spiced cinnamon flavours and the fresh hints of the "garrigue", finishing on delicate vanilla aromas. Its is rich and sweet on the palate with fresh red fruits hints at the end.This wine is a perfect match for fine dishes and mediterranean food as well as goat and ewe cheeses. Serve at 18 °C5 yearsTraditional fermentation and hot carbonic maceration. Long vatting after fermentation<h2>Notus Minervois Dieu du Vent du Sud</h2> <h3>Notus 2001</h3> 100% SyrahLimestone25 HL/HA2 400 bottlesSingle vineyard planted 25 years ago on an upright trellis.The wine was matured for 18 months in new French oak before bottling.Alc : 15%Vol TA : 3.38 pH : 3.71Cassis notes and vanillin richness on the nose are complemented by fine tannins and excellent length.Perfect accompaniment to meat dishes cheese and chocolate.10 to 15 yearsDe-stemmed, crushed and fermented with daily racking and returning. Skin maceration for up to 32 days.<h3>Notus 2006</h3> 100% SyrahClay-limestone30-35 HL/HA6 000 bottlesHillside in the heart of the Minervois region. Vineyard planted 25 years ago on an upright trellis. Matured for 14 months in French oak barrels (80% of which are new). Wood for the barrels, heating and cooper are carefully selected. 15%Vol TA : 3,71 pH : 3,51 This wine has a nice deep colour. It shows elegant and complex aromas of red fruits, blackberry, spices and pepper on the nose, with a great freshness of garrigue (balsamic scents, thyme and dry herbs), vanilla and cocoa. On the palate, the rich and powerful flavours finish with delicate hints of vanilla and toast. This wine is best enjoyed with well cooked meals. Thanks to its strength and elegance, it is a perfect accompaniment with all meals and cheeses, and also with chocolate desserts. Best enjoyed decanted 2 hours before serving. 10 yearsDe-stemming, fermentation at controlled temperature, pumping-over and punching of the cap. Long vatting after fermentation. Malolactic fermentation in vats. <h2>Cumulo Nimbus Minervois Nuages & Vents</h2> <h3>Cumulo Nimbus 1998</h3> 100% Syrah<h3>Cumulo Nimbus 1999</h3> 100% SyrahStony limestone ridges35 HL/HA40.000 bottles25 year old Syrah vines trained on an upright trellis. Matured for 14 months in a combination of 40% new American oak, 20% 1 year old American oak and 40% 3 year old French oak barrels.Alc : 13%Vol TA : 3.84 pH : 3.67With its deep red colour, this wine has an intense and complex nose of blackcurrant, undergrowth and grilled scents. Those aromas are present on the palate, enhanced by a well-balanced tannic structure.Serve after 2 hours decanting with lamb, game and other meat dishes, cheese and chocolate.enjoy from now on80% de-stemmed with daily racking and returning followed by long skin maceration after alcoholic fermentation. 10%carbonic maceration and 10% press wine.<h3>Cumulo Nimbus 2005</h3> 100% Syrahstony limestone ridges30-35hl/ha3 300 bottlesmiddle and north of the Minervois regionaged for 14 months in american barrels : 70% of the wine is matured in new barrels and 30% in two-year-old barrels Alc : 14,2%vol TA : 3,4 pH : 3,75this wine has flavours of chocolate, lavender, plum and red berries with hints of spices after decanting. It is concentrated on the mouth with soft tanins at the end.this wine is an excellent accompaniment with meat dishes like lamb or game as well as cheese and chocolate Serve at 18°C after decanting5 to 10 years30% hot carbonic fermentation and 70% traditional fermentation with long maceration<h3>Cumulo Nimbus 2006</h3> 100% SyrahStony limestone ridges35 HL/HA8 500 bottles25 year old Syrah vines trained on an upright trellis. Matured for 14 months. 70% of the wine was matured in new American oak barrels and 30% in two-year-old American barrels.Alc : 14.5%Vol TA : 3.5 pH : 3.7Concentrated rich chocolate, lavender, plum, berry and spice characters are complemented by a rich concentrated palate with fine tannins.An excellent accompaniment to lamb, game and other meat dishes, cheese and chocolate.10 to 15 years70% de-stemmed, fermented under controlled temperatures, long maceration following alcoholic fermentation. 30% carbonic maceration.<h2>Turrilite Minervois Fossiles</h2> <h3>Turrilite 2005</h3> 85% Syrah, 15% GrenacheClayey siliceous calcareous.45 to 50 hl / ha36 000 bottlesLocated on the eastern side of the Minervois on the slopes of the “Black Mountain”.In stainless steel tank for 85% of the cuvee and 15% in one or two years old barrels.Alc : 13.5%Vol AT : 5.35 (tartric) SR : 1.38 gr/l pH : 3.65This blend of Grenache and Syrah is of dark crimson. Nose is complex with red fruit , raspberry and caramel notes. The mouth is full with a good roundness and quite soft tanninsEnjoy this wine with grilled lamb, charcuterie, and cheeses.5 years.Manual and Mechanical harvest. Carbonic maceration and traditional fermentation after de-stemming. Many rackings and control of the temperatures (30° C max). Long macerations of more or less 30 days according to tasting.<h3>Turrilite 2006</h3> 70% Syrah, 30% GrenacheClayey siliceous calcareous45 to 50 hl/ha9 300 bottlesLocated on the eastern side of the Minervois on the slopes of the Black Mountain 50% is aged in French and American one- or two-year-old barrels Alc : 13.5%Vol TA : 3,26 pH : 3,51 With a deep colour, this wine has strong scents of red fruits and fresh blackcurrant on the nose. It displays aromas of citrus, violet and lavender. This wine is perfect with grilled lamb, game and cheeses Serve chilled (18°C) 3 to 5 years30% carbonic maceration and 70% traditional fermentation <h3>Turrilite 2007</h3> 27% Grenache, 73% SyrahClayey siliceous calcareous45 to 50 HL/HA9 300 bottlesLocated on the eastern side of the Minervois on the slopes of the Black Mountain 50% is aged in French and American one- or two-year-old barrels With a deep colour, this wine has strong scents of red fruits and fresh blackcurrant on the nose. It displays aromas of citrus, violet and lavender. This wine is perfect with grilled lamb, game and cheeses Serve chilled (18°C) 3 to 5 years20% carbonic maceration on Syrah and 80% traditional fermentation<h2>Boreas Coteaux du Languedoc Nuages & Vents</h2> <h3>Boreas 2000</h3> 60% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 10% MourvèdreQuaternary ground with a mix of pebbly soil and scree bordered by chalky ridges.40 HL/HA20 500 bottlesThe Syrah is trellised on single wire canopies and the Grenache and Mourvedre on bush vines.Blended and matured in a combination of 85% three year old and 15% one year old French oak.Alc : 13%Vol TA : 3.88 pH : 3.63Creamy notes on the nose with spicy, raspberry fruit and vanillin oak characters. Fine, round tannins are complemented by red berry characters.An excellent accompaniment to game and other meat dishes, as well as with spicy food.5 to 10 yearsDe-stemmed, crushed and fermented with daily racking and returning long skin maceration after alcoholic fermentation.<h3>Boreas 2006</h3> 60% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 5% Cinsault, 5% Mourvèdre.Quaternary ground with a mix of pebbly soil and scree bordered by chalky ridges.40 HL/HA3.900 bottlesThe Syrah is trellised on single wire canopies and the Grenache and Mourvedre on bush vines.25% of the wine was matured in one-year-old barrels and 75% in three-year-old barrels (French oak) for 12 months.Alc: 14%Vol TA: 3.6 pH: 3.6Creamy notes on the nose with spicy, raspberry fruit and vanillin oak characters. Fine, round tannins are complemented by red berry characters.An excellent accompaniment to game and other meat dishes, as well as with spicy food.5 to 10 yearsDe-stemmed, crushed and fermented with daily racking and returning long skin maceration after alcoholic fermentation.<h2>Eurus Coteaux du Languedoc Nuages & Vents</h2> <h3>Eurus 2003</h3> 27% Grenache Blanc, 25% Roussanne, 25% Viognier, 13% MarsanneQuaternary ground with a mix of pebbly soil and scree bordered with chalky ridges.30 HL/HA6 000 bottlesRoussanne and Viognier are from young and Marsanne are old bush vines which have been converted to trellises.The barrel and tank portions are kept separately for 10 months before bottling.Alc: 13.5%Vol AT : 5.45g /l (Tartrique) SR : 1.9 gr/l pH : 3.4The fermentation in French oak barrels gives a perfumed honeysuckle richness to the wine which is complemented by the lime freshness of the tank fermented Grenache Blanc and Roussanne.This wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif, or with scallops, salmon, poultry, spicy dishes and cheeses.3 to 5 yearsRoussanne and 13% of the Grenache Blanc were tank fermented. Marsanne and 14%of the Grenache Blanc oak fermentedin 1 year old oak barrels. Viognier oak fermented (2 year old barrels).<h3>Eurus 2006</h3> 25% Grenache, 25% Roussanne, 25% Viognier, 25% MarsanneQuaternary ground with a mix of pebbly soil and scree bordered with chalky ridges.30 HL/HA6 000 bottlesRoussanne and Viognier are from young and Marsanne are old bush vines which have been converted to trellises.The wine is aged in oak barrels on its lees with stirring : 25% in new barrels, 25% in on-year-old barrels and 50% in 2-year-old barrels.Alc : 13.5%vol AT : 5.45g /l (Tartrique) SR : 1.9 gr/l pH : 3.4The fermentation in French oak barrels gives a perfumed honeysuckle richness to the wine which is complemented by the lime freshness of the tank fermented Grenache Blanc and Roussanne.This wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif, or with scallops, salmon, poultry, spicy dishes and cheeses.3 to 5 yearsHarvest takes place during the night to keep the grapes as fresh as possible. After a short maceration grapes are gently pressed. Alcoholic Fermentation is done at low temperatures (16-17°C). No malolactic fermentation. <h3>Eurus 2007</h3> 28% Grenache, 27% Roussanne, 20% Viognier, 25% MarsanneQuaternary ground with a mix of pebbly soil and scree bordered with chalky ridges.30 HL/HA6 600 bottlesRoussanne and Viognier are from young and Marsanne are old bush vines which have been converted to trellises.The wine is aged in oak barrels on its lees with stirring. 25% in new oak, 25% in one-year-old barrels and 50% in two-year-old barrels. The fermentation in French oak barrels gives a perfumed honeysuckle richness to the wine which is complemented by the lime freshness of the tank fermented Grenache Blanc and Roussanne.This wine can be enjoyed as an aperitif, or with scallops, salmon, poultry, spicy dishes and cheeses.3 to 5 yearsHarvest takes place during the night to keep the grapes as fresh as possible. After a short maceration grapes are gently pressed. Alcoholic Fermentation is done at low temperatures (16-17°C). No malolactic fermentation. <h2>Zephyr Limoux Nuages & Vents</h2> <h3>Zephyr 2002</h3> 100% ChardonnayVaried, from sandy clay to marly limestone.40 HL/HA4 200 bottles Trellised on an upright canopy.This wine was bottled following 10 months of barrel maturation in contact with its natural lees. Alc : 13%Vol TA : 3.38 pH : 3.47 A perfect marriage between the mineral, citrus characters from the high altitude Chardonnay fruit and the lightly toasted Burgundian oak.Can be enjoyed as an aperitif or with rillette, quail, chicken or rich fish dishes.3 to 5 yearsHand picked, pressed and gravity fed into a holding tank for settling overnight. Racked into barrel for the alcoholic and malolactic fermentation.<h3>Zephyr 2006</h3> 100% ChardonnayVaried, from sandy clay to marly limestone.40 HL/HA2 600 bottles Trellised on an upright canopy.This wine was bottled following 10 months of barrel maturation in contact with its natural lees with regular stirring. Alc : 13%Vol TA : 3.6 pH : 3.3 A perfect marriage between the mineral, citrus characters from the high altitude Chardonnay fruit and the lightly toasted Burgundian and Bordelais oak.Can be enjoyed as an aperitif or with rillette, quail, chicken or rich fish dishes. Serve chilled.3 to 5 yearsThe grapes are hand picked and pressed. The juice is gravity fed into a holding tank for settling overnight. Racked into barrel for the alcoholic and malolactic fermentation.<h3>Zephyr 2007</h3> 100% ChardonnayVaried, from sandy clay to marly limestone.40HL/HA6 000 bottlesTrellised on an upright canopy.This wine was bottled following 10 months of barrel maturation in contact with its natural lees with regular stirring.A perfect marriage between the mineral, citrus characters from the high altitude Chardonnay fruit and the lightly toasted Burgundian and Bordelais oak.Can be enjoyed as an aperitif or with rillette, quail, chicken or rich fish dishes. Serve chilled.3 to 5 yearsThe grapes are hand picked and pressed. The juice is gravity fed into a holding tank for settling overnight. Racked into barrel for the alcoholic and malolactic fermentation.<h2>Ammonite Côtes du Roussillon Fossiles</h2> <h3>Ammonite 2004</h3> 45% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 15% Carignan, 5% MourvèdreLimestone, schist and granite40-50 HL/ HA36 000 bottlesIn the “Rivesaltais” area, one of the hottest and sunniest “terroirs” in Languedoc. Blended and stored in tanks except for 30% of teh wine which is matured in French oak barrels.Alc: 14.5%Vol AT : 5.9 (tartaric) SR : 2 gr/l PH : 3.49It has a nice deep colour and offers a cherry, plum, raspberry and spicy character which dominate the nose. The palate is soft and luscious making it a perfect wine for drinking now. An excellent accompaniment to freshly prepared salads and Mediterranean char-grilled and vegetable dishes. 5 yearsGrenache and Mourvèdre are han-picked. All de-stemmed and with a long skin maceration. Carignan is vinified by carbonic maceration. <h3>Ammonite 2006</h3> 65% Grenache noir, 35% SyrahLimestone, schist and granite30-35 hl/lha13 000 bottlesIn the "Rivesaltais" area, one of the hottest and sunniest "terroirs" in Languedoc25 % of the total harvest is aged in new French barrels (14% in 225 litres barrels and 10% in 600 litres barrels)Alc : 14,5%Vol TA : 3.71 pH : 3.51 With its beautiful deep dark colour, this wine offers streng aromas of red fruits jam and orange bark. It has hints of caramel, fig (fresh or in jam) and quince paste. It is rich and silky on the palate, finishing on very fruity notes.This wine is best enjoyed with salads, mediterranean food, grilled meats and cheeses. Serve at 18 °C2 to 4 yearsGrenache and Mourvèdre are hand-picked. All de-stemmed and with a long skin maceration (28 days). <h2>Ficus Coteaux du Languedoc Fossiles</h2> <h3>Ficus 2005</h3> 75% Syrah, 25% GrenacheSchistous and calcareous slopes.45 hl / ha36 000 bottlesLocated at the North of Pezenas in the “Haut Languedoc”.In stainless steel tank and 10% of the wine in American Oak barrels.Alc : 13% Vol AT : 4.85 (tartric) SR : 1.23 gr/l pH :3.82It has a dark bright red colour with intense aromas of red fruits as blackberries. Mouth is large and round with dominant fruit aromas. Finish is long and generous.Excellent with grilles or roasted meat, pizzas, pastas and white cheeses. 5 years.Carbonic maceration for about 70% of the wine and traditional fermentation for the remaining 30%.<h3>Ficus 2006</h3> 40% Syrah, 25% Grenache, 10% Carignan, 25% Mourvèdre Schistous and calcareous slopes 45 hl/ha36 000 bottlesLocated at the North of Pezenas in the "Haut Languedoc" 50% is aged for 9 to 12 months in French oak barrels Alc : 13 %Vol AT : 3.2 pH : 3.5This very expressive fruity and spicy wine has a beautiful dark crimson colour. It has dominant blackberry and redcurrant aromas with fresh flower and "garrigue"scents. The mouth is round and enhanced by soft tanins finishing on a fruity and spicy aftertaste. This wine is the best accompaniment with grilled or roast meats, pizzas and cheeses. Best enjoyed at 18°C.2 to 5 yearsDe-stemmed harvest. Traditional fermentation.<h2>Orthis Coteaux du Languedoc Fossiles</h2> <h3>Orthis 2005</h3> 80% Grenache Blanc , 15% Viognier, 5% RoussanneDeep Argilo calcareous.50 hl / ha36 000 bottlesSouth of Pezenas, on the sea side benefiting of fresh nights.20% of the wine is aged in French oak barrels during 6 month.Alc : 13% Vol AT : 5.10 (tartaric) SR : 1.4 gr/l pH : 3.0Wine has a bright pale yellow colour. Nose is fresh and expressive with subtle notes of white flowers and delicate white peaches. Mouth is fresh and lively with a good balance.It will nicely match with grilled fish, salads, tapas, and white meat. 5 years.Harvest takes place during the night to keep the grapes as fresh as possible. After a short maceration grapes are gently pressed. Alcoholic Fermentation is done at low temperatures (16-17°C). No malolactic fermentation. <h3>Orthis 2006</h3> 60% Grenache Blanc, 20% Viognier, 20% PicpoulDeep clay limestone50 hl/ha6 000 bottlesVinyards in the "Bassin de Thau" area10% of the wine is aged on its lees in French oak barrelsAlc : 13%Vol TA : 3,25 pH : 3,11This wine has a beautifull pale yellow colour and a very expressive nose with white flowers notes and delicate white peaches aromas. It is fat, and well-balanced on the palate with a good freshness, apricot, lemon and citrus notes. It has a long pleasant fruity finish with vanilla hints. It is best enjoyed as an aperitif and with starters, fish, salads, tapas, white meats and cheeses. Serve well-chilled.5 yearsHarvest takes place during the night to keep the grapes as fresh as possible. After a short maceration grapes are gently pressed. Alcoholic Fermentation is done at low temperatures (16-17°C). No malolactic fermentation. <h3>Orthis 2007</h3> 80% Grenache Blanc , 15% Viognier, 5% RoussanneDeep clay limestone50 HL/HA6 000 bottlesVinyard in the "Bassin de Thau" area10% of the wine is aged on its lees in French oak barrelsThis wine has a beautifull pale yellow colour and a very expressive nose with white flowers notes and delicate white peaches aromas. It is fat, and well-balanced on the palate with a good freshness, apricot, lemon and citrus notes. It has a long pleasant fruity finish with vanilla hints. It is best enjoyed as an aperitif and with starters, fish, salads, tapas, white meats and cheeses. Serve well-chilled.5 yearsHarvest takes place during the night to keep the grapes as fresh as possible. After a short maceration grapes are gently pressed. Alcoholic Fermentation is done at low temperatures (16-17°C). No malolactic fermentation. <h2>Trigonia Corbières Fossiles</h2> <h3>Trigonia 2004</h3> Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, MourvèdreVery rocky limestone terrace.50 hl / ha36 000 bottlesNorth of Lezignan in the Corbières area.In stainless steel tank and 3 month in French oak barrels.Alc : 13.5%Vol AT : 5.64 (tartaric) SR : 2.06 gr/l pH : 3.7With a nice deep dark colour with vanilla and red fruit aromas dominated by spices. Mouth is large round and fat but ends with pleasant notes of spices.Enjoy this wine with grilled lamb, charcuterie, and cheeses.5 years.De-stemming, and cold pre-fermentation maceration during 2 to 4 days. Alcoholic fermentation at average temperature of 25°C. Skin maceration during 15 days to 3 weeks . Separation of the free run wine and press wine. Malolactic fermentation.<h3>Trigonia 2006</h3> 60% Grenache, 40% SyrahVery rocky limestone terrace 50 hl/ha10 600 bottlesNorth of Lezignan in the Corbière area 30% is aged in French and American one- or two-year-old oak barrels Alc : 13.5%Vol AT : 3,35 pH : 3,57ph This wine has a nice deep dark colour with vanilla and red fruits aromas dominated by spices. It is large, round and fat in the mouth with pleasant notes of spices at the end. This wine is best enjoyed with grilled meats, cooked pork dishes and cheeses. Serve at 18°C. 2 to 5 yearstraditional fermentation at controlled temperature <h3>Trigonia 2007</h3> 50% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 15 % Mourvèdre Very rocky limestone terrace 50 HL/HA11 300 bottlesNorth of Lezignan in the Corbière area aged in American one- or two-year-old oak barrels This wine has a nice deep dark colour with vanilla and red fruits aromas dominated by spices. It is large, round and fat in the mouth with pleasant notes of spices at the end. This wine is best enjoyed with grilled meats, cooked pork dishes and cheeses. Serve at 18°C. 2 to 5 yearstraditional fermentation at controlled temperature <h2>Cordis Minervois Passion</h2> <h3>Cordis 2002</h3> 100% CarignanLimestone30 HL/HA4000 bottles50 years old vines Matured in 2 year old American oak barrels for 18 months. Alc : 13.6%Vol AT : 5.81 (tartaric) SR : 1.95 gr/l pH : 3.66 Concentrated with peppery, paprika and red berry notes. Rich palate with fine, soft tannins and great length. An extremely versatile wine which goes perfectly with game, red meats, spicy food and cheese. 5 yearsHand harvest. Carbonic maceration. Press juice is blended with free run wine and transferred in barrels where malolactic fermentation takes place. <h3>Cordis 2006</h3> 100% CarignanLimestone30 HL/HA13 000 bottles50 years old vines Matured in 2 year old American oak barrels for 18 months. Alc : 13,5%Vol AT : 3.4 PH : 3.6 Concentrated with peppery, paprika and red berry notes. Rich palate with fine, soft tannins and great length. An extremely versatile wine which goes perfectly with game, red meats, spicy food and cheese. 5 to 8 yearsHand harvest. Carbonic maceration for 30% (press juice is blended with free run wine). Traditional fermentation for 70%. <h2>Stratus Corbières Nuages & Vents</h2> <h3>Stratus 2006</h3> 64% Syrah, 31% Grenache, 5% CarignanClay and silt based soil with underlying pebbles and white limestone parent rock.30 to 35 HL/HA4,800 bottlesold vines, 56% of which are cultivated organically. Syrah: 25 years old, trellis trained; Grenache and Carignan: 30 years old, goblet pruned. 70% in new French oak barrels + 30% in 1 to 2-year-old French oak barrels.Alc : 14%Vol TA : 3.7 pH : 3.6A powerful, complex wine with jammy red fruit, spice and liquorice along with mineral notes that lend lovely freshness. Soft and generous on the palate with a long, fruity finish.This wine goes particularly well with red meat, grilled meats, sauced dishes, as well as mild cheeses.5 to 10 yearsHarvested by hand, de-stemmed, controlled temperatures, long maceration.<a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/fr/' title=' Version Française'>Version Française</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/index.php' title='Home'>Home</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news.php' title='News'>News</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/our-wines.php' title='Our Wines'>Our Wines</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/our-family.php' title='Ours Family'>Ours Family</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/presentation.php' title='Presentation'>Presentation</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/press-room.php' title='Press Room'>Press Room</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-28-1-golden-medal-and-5-silver-medals-at-mundus-vini-2008.php' title='1 golden medal and 5 silver medals at Mundus Vini 2008 !'>1 golden medal and 5 silver medals at Mundus Vini 2008 !</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-34-1-silver-medal-bronze-medal.php' title='1 Silver Medal + Bronze Medal'>1 Silver Medal + Bronze Medal</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-15-1720-cumulus-reserve-2003-weinwirtschaft-sopexa-germany.php' title='17/20 Cumulus Reserve 2003 - Weinwirtschaft &amp; Sopexa Germany'>17/20 Cumulus Reserve 2003 - Weinwirtschaft &amp; Sopexa Germany</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-36-2-silver-medals-best-in-class.php' title='2 Silver Medals &quot;Best in class&quot;'>2 Silver Medals &quot;Best in class&quot;</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-31-2009.php' title='2009...'>2009...</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-37-21-25-june-2009.php' title='21-25 June 2009'>21-25 June 2009</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-26-3-silver-medals-at-selections-mondiales-des-vins-du-canada-2008.php' title='3 Silver Medals at Sélections Mondiales des Vins du Canada 2008'>3 Silver Medals at Sélections Mondiales des Vins du Canada 2008</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-27-a-great-award-in-the-international-wine-and-spirit-competition-2008.php' title='A great award in the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2008'>A great award in the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2008</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-13-abbotts-notus-2001-noted-in-wine-enthusiast-022007.php' title='ABBOTTS Notus 2001 noted in &quot;Wine Enthusiast 02/2007&quot;'>ABBOTTS Notus 2001 noted in &quot;Wine Enthusiast 02/2007&quot;</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-39-accendo-2000.php' title='Accendo 2000'>Accendo 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-56-ammonite-2004.php' title='Ammonite 2004'>Ammonite 2004</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-87-ammonite-2006.php' title='Ammonite 2006'>Ammonite 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-12-best-buy-wine-enthusiast-022007.php' title='Best Buy &quot;Wine Enthusiast 02/2007&quot; '>Best Buy &quot;Wine Enthusiast 02/2007&quot; </a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-64-boreas-2000.php' title='Boreas 2000'>Boreas 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-72-boreas-2006.php' title='Boreas 2006'>Boreas 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-19-bronze-medal-for-the-cumulus-reserve-2003-at-the-iwsc-2007.php' title='Bronze medal for the Cumulus Reserve 2003 at the IWSC 2007'>Bronze medal for the Cumulus Reserve 2003 at the IWSC 2007</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-7-bronze-medal-iwsc-2006-accendo-2000.php' title='Bronze medal IWSC 2006 : Accendo 2000'>Bronze medal IWSC 2006 : Accendo 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-61-cirrus-2000.php' title='Cirrus 2000'>Cirrus 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/family-5-clouds.php' title='Clouds'>Clouds</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/family-2-clouds-and-winds.php' title='Clouds and Winds'>Clouds and Winds</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-55-cordis-2002.php' title='Cordis 2002'>Cordis 2002</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-81-cordis-2006.php' title='Cordis 2006'>Cordis 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-109-cumulo-nimbus-1998.php' title='Cumulo Nimbus 1998'>Cumulo Nimbus 1998</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-62-cumulo-nimbus-1999.php' title='Cumulo Nimbus 1999'>Cumulo Nimbus 1999</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-69-cumulo-nimbus-1999.php' title='Cumulo Nimbus 1999'>Cumulo Nimbus 1999</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-76-cumulo-nimbus-2005.php' title='Cumulo Nimbus 2005'>Cumulo Nimbus 2005</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-73-cumulo-nimbus-2006.php' title='Cumulo Nimbus 2006'>Cumulo Nimbus 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-107-cumulo-nimbus-2007.php' title='Cumulo Nimbus 2007'>Cumulo Nimbus 2007</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-52-cumulus-1991.php' title='Cumulus 1991'>Cumulus 1991</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-51-cumulus-1992.php' title='Cumulus 1992'>Cumulus 1992</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-50-cumulus-1993.php' title='Cumulus 1993'>Cumulus 1993</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-49-cumulus-1994.php' title='Cumulus 1994'>Cumulus 1994</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-48-cumulus-1995.php' title='Cumulus 1995'>Cumulus 1995</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-47-cumulus-1996.php' title='Cumulus 1996'>Cumulus 1996</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-27-cumulus-1997.php' title='Cumulus 1997'>Cumulus 1997</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-26-cumulus-1998.php' title='Cumulus 1998'>Cumulus 1998</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-25-cumulus-1999.php' title='Cumulus 1999'>Cumulus 1999</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-24-cumulus-2000.php' title='Cumulus 2000'>Cumulus 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-23-cumulus-2001.php' title='Cumulus 2001'>Cumulus 2001</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-5-cumulus-2002.php' title='Cumulus 2002'>Cumulus 2002</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-100-cumulus-2003.php' title='Cumulus 2003'>Cumulus 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-22-cumulus-reserve-1996.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 1996'>Cumulus Reserve 1996</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-21-cumulus-reserve-1997.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 1997'>Cumulus Reserve 1997</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-20-cumulus-reserve-1998.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 1998'>Cumulus Reserve 1998</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-19-cumulus-reserve-1999.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 1999'>Cumulus Reserve 1999</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-101-cumulus-reserve-2000.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2000'>Cumulus Reserve 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-82-cumulus-reserve-2003.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2003'>Cumulus Reserve 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-68-cumulus-reserve-2003.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2003'>Cumulus Reserve 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-84-cumulus-reserve-2003.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2003'>Cumulus Reserve 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-1-cumulus-reserve-2003.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2003'>Cumulus Reserve 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-83-cumulus-reserve-2003.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2003'>Cumulus Reserve 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-75-cumulus-reserve-2005.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2005'>Cumulus Reserve 2005</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-86-cumulus-reserve-2006.php' title='Cumulus Reserve 2006'>Cumulus Reserve 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-25-decanter-2008-a-medal-rainfall-for-abbotts.php' title='Decanter 2008, a medal rainfall for Abbotts ...'>Decanter 2008, a medal rainfall for Abbotts ...</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-63-eurus-2003.php' title='Eurus 2003'>Eurus 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-70-eurus-2003.php' title='Eurus 2003'>Eurus 2003</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-77-eurus-2006.php' title='Eurus 2006'>Eurus 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-102-eurus-2007.php' title='Eurus 2007'>Eurus 2007</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-99-favonius-2000.php' title='Favonius 2000'>Favonius 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-58-ficus-2005.php' title='Ficus 2005'>Ficus 2005</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-88-ficus-2006.php' title='Ficus 2006'>Ficus 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-108-flavius-2000.php' title='Flavius 2000'>Flavius 2000</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/family-6-fossiles.php' title='Fossiles'>Fossiles</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-23-gold-and-silver-medals-won-by-four-abbotts-wines-at-the-premium-select-2008-prowein-competition.php' title='Gold and Silver Medals won by four Abbotts wines at the &quot;Premium Select 2008 PROWEIN&quot; competition'>Gold and Silver Medals won by four Abbotts wines at the &quot;Premium Select 2008 PROWEIN&quot; competition</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-22-gold-medal-for-zephyr-2006-at-the-chardonnay-du-monde-competition.php' title='Gold medal for Zephyr 2006 at the Chardonnay du Monde competition'>Gold medal for Zephyr 2006 at the Chardonnay du Monde competition</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-38-good-reviews-from-jancis-robinson.php' title='Good reviews from Jancis Robinson'>Good reviews from Jancis Robinson</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-24-international-wine-challenge-2008-5-nice-medals.php' title='International Wine Challenge 2008 5 nice medals '>International Wine Challenge 2008 5 nice medals </a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-39-its-in-the-french-papers.php' title='It's in the French papers...'>It's in the French papers...</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-18-iwsc-challenge-silver-medal-for-the-cordis-2002.php' title='IWSC Challenge Silver medal for the Cordis 2002'>IWSC Challenge Silver medal for the Cordis 2002</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-14-merry-christmas-and-a-successful-year-2007.php' title='Merry Christmas and a successful year 2007 !'>Merry Christmas and a successful year 2007 !</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-66-notus-2001.php' title='Notus 2001'>Notus 2001</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-85-notus-2006.php' title='Notus 2006'>Notus 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-35-one-silver-medal-and-two-bronze-medals.php' title='One Silver Medal and two Bronze Medals !'>One Silver Medal and two Bronze Medals !</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-59-orthis-2005.php' title='Orthis 2005'>Orthis 2005</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-91-orthis-2006.php' title='Orthis 2006'>Orthis 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-104-orthis-2007.php' title='Orthis 2007'>Orthis 2007</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/family-4-passion.php' title='Passion'>Passion</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-20-prowein-2008-international-wines-and-spirits-exhibition.php' title='PROWEIN 2008 - International wines and spirits exhibition '>PROWEIN 2008 - International wines and spirits exhibition </a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-30-prowein-2009-international-wines-and-spirits-exhibition.php' title='Prowein 2009 - International wines and spirits exhibition '>Prowein 2009 - International wines and spirits exhibition </a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-41-prowein-2010-professional-show.php' title='Prowein 2010 - Professional show'>Prowein 2010 - Professional show</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-8-silver-medal-ammonite-2004.php' title='Silver medal - Ammonite 2004'>Silver medal - Ammonite 2004</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-74-stratus-2006.php' title='Stratus 2006'>Stratus 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-32-tasted.php' title='Tasted '>Tasted </a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/family-1-the-god-of-the-south-wind.php' title='The God of the South wind'>The God of the South wind</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-60-trigonia-2004.php' title='Trigonia 2004'>Trigonia 2004</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-90-trigonia-2006.php' title='Trigonia 2006'>Trigonia 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-106-trigonia-2007.php' title='Trigonia 2007'>Trigonia 2007</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-57-turrilite-2005.php' title='Turrilite 2005'>Turrilite 2005</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-89-turrilite-2006.php' title='Turrilite 2006'>Turrilite 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-105-turrilite-2007.php' title='Turrilite 2007'>Turrilite 2007</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-42-vinexpo-hong-kong-2010-stand-d-32.php' title='Vinexpo Hong-Kong 2010 - stand D 32'>Vinexpo Hong-Kong 2010 - stand D 32</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-21-vinisud-2008-international-wines-and-spirits-exhibition.php' title='VINISUD 2008 - international wines and spirits exhibition'>VINISUD 2008 - international wines and spirits exhibition</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-40-vinisud-2010-professional-show.php' title='Vinisud 2010 - professional show'>Vinisud 2010 - professional show</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-10-wine-enthusiast-magazine-6-abbotts-references-in-the-buying-guide-of-the-best-wines-of-the-year-2006.php' title='Wine Enthusiast Magazine : 6 ABBOTTS references in the &quot;Buying guide of the Best wines of the Year 2006&quot;'>Wine Enthusiast Magazine : 6 ABBOTTS references in the &quot;Buying guide of the Best wines of the Year 2006&quot;</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/news-29-wine-spectator-another-great-review-for-abbotts.php' title='Wine Spectator : another great review for Abbotts'>Wine Spectator : another great review for Abbotts</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-65-zephyr-2002.php' title='Zephyr 2002'>Zephyr 2002</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-78-zephyr-2006.php' title='Zephyr 2006'>Zephyr 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-80-zephyr-2006.php' title='Zephyr 2006'>Zephyr 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-79-zephyr-2006.php' title='Zephyr 2006'>Zephyr 2006</a> <a href='http://www.abbotts-wine.com/en/wine-103-zephyr-2007.php' title='Zephyr 2007'>Zephyr 2007</a>