Chateau Tour Boisee IGP coteaux de Peyriac Plantation 1905 2018 colli-della-toscana-centrale plum and pomegranate are complemented

plum and pomegranate are complemented by subtle hints of tea

As a result

These latter grapes (10% of the blend) were first air-dried before fermentation (appassimento)—a process intended to simultaneously soften and lengthen the wine’s tannic frame while adding layers of flavour complexity

subtle earthy dried herbs and spice

A pretty and beautifully layered nose combines notes of cool red and dark currant

Chateau Tour Boisee IGP coteaux de Peyriac Plantation 1905 2018 colli-della-toscana-centrale plum and pomegranate are complementedA historical heritage plot with 23 varieties planted together in 1905, including white grapes and table grapes. Some varieties are unknown, while others have nearly vanished and are now being revitalised arousing the interest of winemakers from many surrounding areas as well as wine lovers. The first nose reveals light violet aromas that, with airing, transform into subtle fruit aromas of dry prune, morello cherry, blueberry, and black currant jelly.