Description
"Marcoux’s biodynamically farmed Lorentine vineyard lies in the heart of the Lirac appellation on the red clay, limestone and galet soils of Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres (in the valley of Balouvière). Over many years, the Armenier family has slowly peeled back the layers of Lirac’s neglected terroir. They have restored life to the soils through cultivation and organic/biodynamic practice. Today, they produce wines worthy of this excellent terroir. In 2022, this usually Grenache-dominant blend was crafted from 40% Syrah and 40% Mourvèdre with 20% Grenache. The wines fermented with indigenous yeasts and were raised for 15 months in concrete, foudres and old wooden barrels." - Distributor Notes
"The 2022 Lirac La Lorentine (tasted as a tank sample) reveals wonderful violet notes strewn among blueberries and cherries on the nose. Full-bodied, soft and plush in feel, it finishes long and silky. As usual, it's mostly Syrah and Mourvèdre, with a bit of Grenache." - Yohan Castaing for The Wine Advocate
