For Terres Cortal, our focus is on championing Vins de Pays d'Oc. We thrive to get the best expression of the terroir and the characteristic of each single varietal.
Terres Cortal
Terres Cortal Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
Indication Géographique Protégée Pays d’Oc
Varietal
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol per Volume
12%
Winemaker
Claude Serra
Vineyard
The vineyard is located on the border of étang de Thau, well-known to be one of the coolest of the Languedoc.
Chalky soils give Sauvignon Blanc its best expression.
Vinification
Harvested early morning to keep the freshness of the grapes. Pneumatic pressure after a light coating maceration (8°C for 6 hours). Fermentation at 16°C after a clean racking of the must. Locked malolactic fermentation and maturing in tank on fine lees for 4 months.
Tasting Notes
Pale yellow colour with green tints. This white wine expresses some fresh and complex notes of broom, gun flint and citrus fruits. Crisp and elegant sauvignon.
Palletisation
120cs x 6 x 75cl
Terres Cortal Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Indication Géographique Protégée Pays d’Oc
Varietal
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol per Volume
12.5%
Winemaker
Claude Serra
Soil
Issued from a vineyard located close to Montpellier on the hill sides, with vines of an average of 45 years old. Clay soils with gravels give Cabernet Sauvignon its best expression.
Vinification
Harvested early morning to keep the freshness of the grapes.Pneumatic pressure after a light coating maceration (8°C for 6hours). Fermentation at 16°C after a clean racking of the must.Long fermentation and maturing in tank on fine lees for 6months. 10% of the wine is matured in French oak barrels of225lt.
Tasting Notes
Steady colour, nice viscosity. Aromatic harmony between the oak notes (clove, toasted bread, smoke) and the fruity of over matured grapes (bilberry, blackberry). The mouth offers a very nice sweetness with soft tannins and the presence of fruits at the end.
Food pairing
Good matching with Barbecue and roast meat.
Serving Temperature
16°C
Bottle Life
Ready to drink now or can be kept for the next 4 years.
Palletisation
120cs x 6 x 75cl
Terres Cortal Chardonnay
Appellation
Indication Géographique Protégée Pays d’Oc
Varietal
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol per Volume
12.5%
Winemaker
Claude Serra
Vineyard
The vineyard is located on the border of étang de Thau, well-known to be one of the coolest of the Languedoc. Chalky and sandy soils.
Vinification
Harvested early morning to keep the freshness of the grapes. Fermentation at 16°C after a clean racking of the must. Maturing in tank on fine lees for few months then after 10% of the wine is matured in French oak barrels
Tasting Notes
Very aromatic nose with notes of quince, honey, spices combined with more fresh notes of citrus fruits. The mouth is fleshy and fresh with aromas of white pulp combine to give some notes of mango and ginger.
Palletisation
120cs x 6 x 75cl
Terres Cortal Rosé Grenache/Cinsault
Appellation
Indication Géographique Protégée Pays d’Oc
Varietal
50% Grenache, 50% Cinsault
Alcohol per Volume
12.5%
Winemaker
Claude Serra
Vineyard
The vineyards are located by the Étang de Thau on sandy soils with pebbly screes.
Vinification
Thinning of the leaves during maturation of the grapes on the vine. This rosé is obtained by "saignée" after maceration of 8 to 12 hours. Sedimentation and fermentation at low temperature. At the end of the alcoholic fermentation, the wine is racked off and goes through a light filtration prior to bottling.
Tasting Notes
Pale colour with ruby tints. Elegant nose of wild red berries complemented by notes of Mediterranean flowers. Round and soft on the palate, this wine has a perfect balance between the rich aromas of fruits and the fresh acidity which gives a long lasting finish.
Palletisation
50cs x 12 x 75cl
Terres Cortal Merlot
Appellation
Indication Géographique Protégée Pays d’Oc
Varietal
100% Merlot
Alcohol per Volume
12.5%
Winemaker
Claude Serra
Vineyard
Issued from a vineyard located 30 km North of Montpellier on the hillsides, well-known to be one of the coolest of the Languedoc. On chalky-clay soils with broken stones, give Merlot its best expression.
Vinification
Harvested early morning to keep the freshness of the grapes. Pneumatic pressure after a light coating maceration (8°C for 6 hours). Fermentation at 16°C after a clean racking of the must. Locked malolactic fermentation and maturing in tank on fine lees for 6 months. 10% of the wine is matured in French oak barrels of 225lt.
Tasting Notes
Dark Robe with bright red reflects. Spicy notes of eucalyptus and red fruits aromas on the nose. Sweet fruits and mellow tannins on the palate.
Palletisation
120cs x 6 x 75cl
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