Le seuil de Mazeyres 2015
General Manager: Alain Moueix
Vineyard keeper: Jean-Michel Bernard
Cellar Master: Ludovic Guibert
Weather conditions
2015 had very distinct seasons. A mild spring followed a cold and damp winter. Flowering took place in conducive conditions, as June was hot and dry. July, another summery month, enabled an early halt to the vine’s growth. Storms in August and early September stopped the vines reaching a deadlock and kept this vintage from becoming too sunny. Harvesting began in mid-September and took place in good conditions.
Harvest area*
24,61 hectares
Harvest terroir*
gravels clay and sandy soils
Grapes harvested*
87 % Merlot – 13 % Cabernet Franc
Harvest dates
11 September to 5 October
Winemaking
Cultivation methods
Organics, Agriculture France, FR-BIO-01
Maturation
50% in oak and 50% in tanks
Rendement
40 hectolitres / ha
Production
57 120 bottles
* For this Vintage.
Tasting notes
The wine is a lovely garnet colour. Elegant on the nose with a certain complexity, in particular boasting crystallised Morello cherry and soft spice notes. It is supple, rich and fruity in the attack. The wine develops well-integrated tannins, a touch of velvet on the palate, and beautiful freshness. The black fruit returns in beautiful form in the finish, with a delicate toasted touch. A harmonious, wonderfully balanced wine.