| Comments |
Dernier Souffle reveals notes of cherry and violet, typical of the appellation. The tannins are present and already blend very well. Barrel ageing adds roundness and smoothness. Already very pleasant in the glass, it will also appreciate a short stay in the cellar to fully express itself after a few years. A superb parcel-based cuvée produced on granitic soils that produce the finest expressions of Gamay. This wine is organic. |
| The estate |
Originally from a Chablis winemaking family, Richard Rottiers decided to create the domaine in 2007. He particularly appreciated the wines of Moulin à Vent and seized an opportunity that presented itself in this appellation. He began to farm 3 ha, then launched bottled sales with the 2009 vintage. Respectful of nature, he decided to turn to organic farming. That’s why, since 2015, the entire 5 ha estate has been certified organic by the Ecocert label. |
| Viticulture |
The soils are composed of granite rich in manganese seams. The area planted to Gamay for this cuvée is 0.8 ha, spread over an east-facing parcel. Planting density is 10,000 cèpes/ha and the vines are 60 years old. Green harvesting such as disbudding and thinning. Harvesting is exclusively manual. |
| Winemaking |
Semi-carbonic maceration in whole bunches, followed by light pressing to avoid damaging the berries. Alcoholic fermentation in concrete tanks for 18 days, with pumping-over and delestage. Malolactic fermentation in oak barrels, followed by 8 months’ ageing. Finally, light filtration on kieselgur (a siliceous sedimentary rock) and minimal sulfiting before bottling.
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| Food & wine suggestions |
Moulin à Vent Dernier Souffle is the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats and Andouillettes Beaujolaises. |
| Operating temperature |
15°C |
| Also worth discovering |
Le Moulin à Vent, a classic cuvée, a great success in a fine vintage. |
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