Verset A&E Cornas Signature 2018

The vines are located in the heart of Cornas in the famed Reynard plot of "La Geynale". The vineyards have a southern exposure. Primary soils from acidic sandygravelly granites known as "Saprolite".  Practicing organic with emphasis on biodiversity. The grapes are harvested manually.  Whole cluster fermentation lasting 2 weeks with manual punching down and pump overs.  During elevage, barrels are tasted and the most beautiful among them were selected for this special cuvée. Aged for 22 months in 3-8 year old oak barrels of 225-400L from several French coopers.

Winemaker's Tasting Notes: This barrel selections Cornas from the famed La Geynale vineyard has an expressive, complex nose of black fruits, followed by vegetal, smoky, meaty and floral notes with a hint of eucalyptus. Elegant, voluminous palate supported by a very nice tension, with marked tannins and nice length.

Varietal: Syrah.