Wines from La Clape
The Red Wines of La
Clape
These wines in La Clape are made from Syrah, Mourvedre and
Grenache to make ample, full wines, woody and well
balanced. They develop a good rich nose, with complex
aromas, red fruits and “ La Garrigue”
They can be kept for more than 4 years and take on
fascinating notes.
The Rose Wines of La
Clape
Often they have a nose of the forest- the pine trees. More
often than not, they are made using the ‘ saignée”
technique, the wines are supple and well-rounded, with
fruit and floral aromas- a typical style of La Clape Wines.
The White Wines of La
Clape
Generally the wine varieties of La Clape are Marsanne,
Roussanne and Rolle, that bring to the wine complex
supplementary aromas. The other varieties, giving a pale
golden colour and floral aromas are the Malvoisie and
Grenache Blanc.
The Climate of La
Clape
The massif of La Clape is a dry and hard climate full of
wind and sun. If La Clape is one of the sunniest areas in
France ( up to 3000 hours of sunshine/year), it owes it to
the 13 winds that cross its’ soils.
With the 3 elements of Sun, Wind and Soil, they combine to
produce unique styled wines that are well worth seeking
out. You will be pleasantly surprised at the Wine producers
quality of La Clape.
Map of the Winds found
around La Clape
Links worth checking out
A great article about Picpoul Wines http://www.familyfriendsphotos.com/Art/284/53/Picpoul-A-Great-White-Wine-From-The-La-Clape-France.html
More info for Picpoul Wines from La Clape
http://www.coteaux-languedoc.com/english/picpoul_de_pinet_fiche.asp
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