Sirius Bordeaux AOC
Details
Producer
Maison Sichel
Country
Frankrijk
Region
Bordeaux
Growing area
Graves and Pessac-Léognan
Farming type
Traditioneel Ecologisch
Grapes
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Product code
3004001
Color
Rood
Sparkling
No
Vegan
No
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Vinification
Harvest
-
Fermentation
Classic fermentation, complete destemming, at a temperature of 27 to 32°C. Vatting for 15 to 21 days to increase the fruit aromas, some vats are vinified as whole berries, by carbonic maceration.
Ageing
After blending, Sirius is aged for 12 months in Allier barrels.
Finishing
-
Organoleptic
Colour
Intense purple red.
Bouquet
Nose of fresh blackberries and cherries on a woody touch vanilla.
Palate
Rich palate of red fruits, vanilla and spice with toasty notes. The meaty and round attack followed by the ripe tannins. Delicious balance and fine length.
Food pairing and serving
Food
Light grilled meat and light cheese and chacutlerie.
Serving
Best served at 16-18°C