Domaine Borie de Maurel
Belle de Nuit 2022
Minervois | Red | 2022
Belle de Nuit is a cuvée made entirely from Grenache grapes, hand-harvested from a unique terroir in the Montagne Noire. Its vinification is distinguished by extended maceration and 18 months of aging in vats and bottles, thus preserving the wine's characteristic finesse. This process highlights the aromatic nuances without the influence of oak, offering a pure and authentic experience, ideal for discerning wine lovers seeking refined discoveries.
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Within 2 business hoursCountry of origin, France
Region , Languedoc
Appellation, Minervois
Grape variety(s), Grenache
Certification, Organic
Sweetness,
Winemaking, Aged in stainless steel tanks
Soil Type , Clay-limestone
Alcohol content, 14.5 %
How to appreciate this wine?
Food and wine pairing tips
- Cuisine méditerranéenne
Service tips
Serve at 16° to 18°
Guarding potential
5 to 10 years
Our opinion on the vintage
Upon inhaling the aroma, you immediately perceive a symphony of spices unfolding in arabesques. On the palate, Belle de Nuit reveals a silky texture and an aromatic depth where sweetness and vigor meet with subtlety. Luminous notes of red fruit are surrounded by delicately spicy and mineral nuances. This wine captivates with its balance and assertive character, like a well-kept secret that, with time, only intensifies, speaking to the soul of warm nights and Andalusian passion.
Domaine Borie de Maurel
Languedoc | France
Syrah dominates here without overpowering the other elements: in Minervois, Michel Escande has patiently crafted a style that is ample yet never heavy-handed. The old vines, rooted in the limestone slopes, yield wines with a tight structure, consistent depth, and unexpected freshness. Extended aging refines the contours while preserving a natural spicy character. In short, the estate embodies a certain Languedoc classicism, but a living, thoughtful classicism, focused on precision rather than raw power.
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