variety : Grenache [ 100% Grenache ]
winemaker : Raphael Graugnard
wine of origin :
analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol rs : 0.8 g/l pH : 3.48 ta : 5.07 g/l
type : Red body : Soft taste : Fruity wooded
pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Cork
in the vineyard : In 2006, the Grier family, owners of Villiera Wines in the Stellenbosch region of South Africa, realised their dream of owning a vineyard in the South of France. Their lengthy love affair with France began in 1983 after meeting Jean Louis Denois from Champagne, who later moved to Limoux in the South of France. Regular visits to the area culminated in a growing interest to become physically involved. Jean Louis Denois identified the Fenouillèdes in Roussillon as prime “terroir” for the creation of top quality wines. Early in 2006, the ideal site became available and the Griers grabbed the opportunity to put in an offer which was accepted. The vineyard has become a natural extension of their South African based wine business, and they are assisted by Raphael Graugnard, a local winemaker who shares a passion for the region. The Domaine Grier Grenache is part of the story and reflects the influence of both the old and new world.
in the cellar : The grapes were fully crushed and
destalked before transferring to red wine
fermenters. Fermentation proceeded at 23-28ºC
combined with regular pumpovers. After
completing primary fermentation the wine went
through 3 weeks of post maceration to maximise
colour extraction and to soften the tannins.
During this period the malolactic fermentation
was completed. A light pressing following this
process.