Espurna

The grapes come from old vines in the Lieu-dit Les Terres Noires near Espira-de-l’Agly, planted on schistous marl, black schist and quartz. The grapes are hand-harvested; the whole, lightly crushed crop ferments spontaneously with indigenous yeasts and is gently extracted for around three weeks. Depending on the source, the wine is matured for 24 to 48 months in used casks, or for around one year after skin maceration. The style is bright, floral and juicy, with aromas of fresh cherry, wild strawberry and spice, lively acidity, saline minerality and fine tannins. The vintage comes from very old, low-yielding vines.