Beneath the fruit lies subtle complexity
then de-stemmed and fermented in open top fermenters for 14 days
This cuvée is sourced from five plots of 60+ year-old vines on the steep
making it one of the most refined LBVs in its class
Domaine La Soumade Vin Doux Naturel 'Grenat' Varvaglione Papale 'Linea Oro' | Primitivo di Manduria Beneath the fruit lies subtleIt opens with intense aromas of black cherry, blackberry liqueur, cassis, and ripe plum, layered with violet, cocoa, licorice, and a touch of garrigue. Compared to tawnystyle VDNs, the Grenat style is all about freshness, fruit purity, and youthful richness. On the palate, it is fullbodied, velvety, and opulent, showing flavors of black cherry compote, blackberry jam, dark chocolate, and sweet spice, supported by soft tannins and a silky, warming