The Cuvée Tradition is aged in vats, with the aim of preserving its authenticity and the pleasure of fruit. These aromas of red and black fruit make up a beautiful palette, with some wilder, even animal notes. The velvety mouthfeel and fine tannins, not to mention undeniable freshness, make this cuvée a true pleasure wine!
Features
Estate
Domaine Léon Barral
Cuvée
Tradition
Vintage
2012
Designation
Faugères
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
50% Carignan, Cinsault, Grenache
Terroirs
sloping schist slopes, Mediterranean climate, south-facing, sheltered by the Cévennes foothills
Viticulture
certified organic and biodynamic farming
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
traditional and meticulous
Breeding
in tank
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
crimson hues
Nose
intense and deep, complex, very ripe fruit notes
Mouth
powerful and full-bodied, with real tannin finesse
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with meats in sauce, game, roast poultry, cheeses...
Léon Barral Estate
Faugères
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine noté Sélectionné (An estate or house that has won us over with one or more wines from its production, without us being able to give a general opinion on the style of the entire range)
About the domain :
A man of strong convictions, Didier Barral is one of those who have given the most thought to working the soil, which has been installed on the estate since the early 1990s. The 33-hectare vineyard is located on schist slopes sheltered by the foothills of the Cévennes. Didier Barral has reintroduced black pigs and 70 cows (which graze from October to April in his vineyards), and has widely favored mixed farming to allow different species of flora and fauna to cohabit. The soils are not ploughed to allow animal life to thrive. The winemaking philosophy is close to that of "natural" wines, with low levels of sulfur protection at bottling. There may have been deviations in certain wines, but at their best, these faugères have no equivalent. Don't you have to accept a few little flaws in the girl you love," explains Didier? The domaine didn't send us any samples this year, so we'll do a full review next year.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2015 guide) 93/100 (2011 vintage) (Wonderful wine)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2015 guide) 16/20 (2011 vintage) (Very good wine)
Domaine rated (guide 2024) 2*Stars (These great estates, often endowed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the domain :
Didier Barral has come a long way since settling on his father's schists in Lenthéric in the early 1990s. In search of an authentic expression of his terroir, he spares no effort in the vineyard. With the help of his brother Jean-Luc, this obstinate and visionary winemaker has introduced a method of cultivation that respects the ecosystem, encourages interaction between the plant and animal kingdoms, and strengthens the vine's immunity. As for the cellar, since the harvest is very healthy and the grapes of excellent constitution, ageing is "biblically" simple. Although there are no direct sales at the estate, the Barrals are happy to pass on the addresses of their faithful wine merchants. The uniqueness of Didier Barral's wines, their deeply original and nobly peasant character, make them an essential reference in the Languedoc.
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