DOMAINE DE LA TOUR
La Tour de Gatigne, Sans Sulfites, Syrah 2025
Syrah only with naturally occurring sulfites. A gorgeous robe made of garnet color with subtle purple reflection. Scents of fresh dark berries and plums, uncovering violet and white flowers as aeration occurs. The palate develops lush and fleshy fresh fruits, almost like a ripened dark fruits salad with fresh herbs (mint). The Viognier bring a touch of cream and exotic aromatics to make it even more quaffable! A lighter Syrah, not aged in oak barrel. A unique experience, perfect for a warm day on your patio, or a picnic. Currently only sold by CeleriersCellar.com in the USA.
25 years old
Spur pruning "Cordon" done by hand for better aeration and sun exposition, vines trellised vertically on 4 wires, topping 3 to 4 times to prevent plant depletion, mechanical plowing and weeding (no synthetic product), organic manure, biodiversity by replanting trees and plants to complement and reenforce natural defenses (uses of four leaves clover), organic farming techniques. Mechanical harvest.
The grapes are destemmed and crushed. The maceration and beginning of alcoholic fermentation take place in a concrete tank to extract color and aromas from the solid parts (skin, flesh, seeds). This part of the process is done with low temperature over 4 days. Once the alcoholic fermentation is fully done, and no residual sugar is left, it is time for settling, and removing the must (solid part). This must is then pressed again to extract more aromatic, tannins, and pigments that are mixed back into the wine. All steps require Azote gas to prevent contamination and utilizing Sulfite. Vegan, only natural occurring sulfites are in this wine.
1,000 cases
Vintage 2025 was hot and sun-drenched, marked by a generous wet spring followed by one of the most intense summers on record. Abundant rainfall in spring replenished the soils, giving the vines the reserves they needed to withstand repeated heatwaves through June, July, and August. Careful attention in the vineyard and the cooling influence of the Cévennes foothills kept the grapes healthy until harvest. The Syrah was picked in early September under calm, mild conditions, allowing each parcel to be brought in at its ideal ripeness. This small but concentrated vintage delivers deep color, ripe dark fruit, and firm structure, balanced by a lively freshness that speaks of its mountain terroir.