Picholette de Genève, Rouge

Origin : Quality controlled (AOC) Geneva

Height : 400-480 m

Soil : Sandstone to clay

Grape variety : Blend of Gamaret and Garanoir

Pruning method : Guyot

Average production : 70 hl/ha

Winemaking : Traditional fermentation on skins at cool temperature followed by malolactic fermentation. The blend of the 2 wines is made just before bottling.

Strength : 13% ABV

Characteristic : Deep dark colour. Aromas of red fruits, ripe plum. Mouth blackberries, soft tannins.

Gastronomy : Red meat, game, cheese.

Best time to drink : Now and 2-3 years .