2020 La Mondotte (BIO ORGANIC)

La Mondotte's 4.5-hectares of vines grow on the clay-limestone plateau east of Saint-Emilion. This small gem of a vineyard has all the natural attributes of a Premier Grand Cru Classé. The terroir consists of very silty clay overlaying a rocky subsoil. This shallow, meagre soil induces excellent water regulation and is propitious to deep rooting. Fine natural drainage combined with outstanding sunshine make for early and complete ripening. The grapes, especially Merlot, are picked under ideal conditions every year. Dating from the 19th century, La Mondotte has been certified organic since 2014. Key Points - Family owned and managed - Very small production - A von Neipperg family wine - A high quality and very well rated wine Area under vine 4.5 ha Terroir Clay-limestone Average age of the vines 60 years Certifications Organic Agriculture certified since 2014 and ISO 14001 Harvesting By hand, into small crates to avoid bruising. Sorting before and after destemming. No crushing. The grapes arrive on a conveyor belt. Yield 36 hl/ha Vinification In temperature-controlled wooden vats for 33 days depending on the vintage. Extraction by pneumatic “pigeage” (punching down the cap). Malolactic fermentation and ageing In new oak barrels (60%) on fine lees for an average of 18 months. Fining and filtering as necessary, depending on the vintage.

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