Domaine de Marcoux La Lorentine Lirac

Domaine de Marcoux, a small Châteauneuf domaine, is owned and managed by the Armenier sisters, Catherine and Sophie. The domaine, whilst in the hands of their father, began experimenting with biodynamics way ahead of its time and today all of their vineyards are farmed according to biodynamic principles. The initial aim was to bring the vineyard back into balance after the post-war excessive use of chemicals. He also felt that this renewed balance, resulting in more effective photosynthesis, contributes to a steadier, more even ripening process.

Located in Saint Laurent des Arbres on the west bank of the Rhône, in the heart of the AOC Lirac, the seven hectares form almost a single expanse, amid the garrigue in the coomb of Balouvière. The soils are predominantly limestone, with successive erosions that have deposited on the surface red clays, gravel, sands and pebbles.

Tasting notes: A delightfully pure, organic, Lirac that is redolent of sweet, ripe raspberries and blackberries aromas. On the palate it is tantalizingly juicy with vibrant fruit enveloped in waves of warm spices that linger pleasantly across a long finish.