LOUPIAC CUVÉE ANNIE DARRAS
The winegrower: Vincent Lacoste
Annual production: 10 000 bottles
Alc.: 13.5% vol
Available in: 75cl
Grape Variety(ies): Sémillon 75%, Sauvignon 25%
Type of soil: Clay and limestone
Yield: 25 hl/ha
Age of the vine: 45 years
Harvest: Manual grape harvest
VINIFICATION
Harvest is only done hand picking by successive waves through the vineyard (2 to 7 selections), picking only the botrytised berries. A minimum of potential alcohol (20°) must be reached before starting the harvest. Direct pressing, no maceration.
in stainless steel tanks with temperature control (16°‐18°C)
Aging potential: 15 to 30 years
CHARACTERISTICS
Star bright, lemon yellow. Concentrated aromas of honey, raisins, apricots and orange peel.High level of sweetness with intense flavors of apricots and vanilla. A fine balance between fruity acidity and soft structure.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Good match with foie gras. To serve at 12‐14° C.
AWARDS
• 2010 : Gold Medal Sélection 70md
• 2011 : Gold medal Gilbert et Gaillard 88/100
Winemaker Comments:
“A balanced and explosive sweet wine”