Didier Barre

Domaine Berthoumieu

Didier Barre studied in Macon, Burgundy before joining his families estate, of 25 ha., north of the Pyrenees in the Appelation Madiran. In his family since 1850, Didier is the 6th generation winemaker for the Barre family. The vines range in age from 10 to 100 years of age in the limestone soil. The Barre’s work the soil with respect for the environment seeking the utmost expression of the terroir.

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Didier Desvignes Fleurie 2006

Chateau Didier Desvignes

Grape variety: Gamay Noir à Jus Blanc.

Origin: Near the Chapelle de la Madone.

Soil: set on lovely pink granite slopes.

The vines: Goblet pruning with 3 to 5 fruit canes with 2 eyes. The soil is removed from around the trunk in autumn; worked in winter and shallow scraped in the spring.

Vinification: After manual harvesting and selective sorting of the whole bunches, these are vinified traditionally. Temperature is controlled. Carbonic maceration lasts 8 to 9 days.

Maturing: In stainless steel and cement vats. Clarification and filtering is carried out using the most natural and traditional procedures possible.

Characteristics: floral aromas, including iris, violet, and rose, coupled with fruit. Finesse and balance. Well-fleshed and silky. Elegance and purity.

Keeping time: this wine may be enjoyed very young but also after cellaring of 3 to 5 years.

Food Pairings: Serve at 13°C as a perfect partner to leg of lamb, poultry and grilled meat.

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