NV Domaine Colin Petillant Perles Rouges
Tasting Notes
Bright ruby with delicate mousse. Aromas of crushed cherry, raspberry, and violets mingle with a hint of baking spice. On the palate, it’s energetic and refreshing, with tart red fruit, gentle tannins, and a whisper of earth. The finish is lively and juicy, with just the right amount of structure.
About Domaine Colin
Domaine Colin, located in the picturesque Coteaux du Vendômois region of the Loire Valley, is renowned for its exceptional wines and dedication to traditional winemaking techniques. The estate has been meticulously managed by the Colin family since 1900. The vineyards now span 70 acres, cultivated mostly of Pineau d'Aunis and Chenin Blanc. The unique terroir, characterized by flinty clay and limestone soils, combined with the region's temperate climate, provides ideal conditions for producing high-quality wines that reflect the distinctiveness of the area. The winery is particularly noted for its Pineau d'Aunis wines, a rare and ancient grape variety native to the region. Domaine Colin's Pineau d'Aunis wines are celebrated for their unique peppery and spicy notes, setting them apart from other Loire Valley wines.
Pineau d’Aunis grapes produce a lighter red wine more akin to Pinot Noir and Gamay. The Domaine produces red, rosé, and sparkling offerings of Pineau d’Aunis. The Colin family's commitment to sustainable viticulture practices and minimal intervention winemaking (organic and biodynamic) ensures that each bottle expresses the authentic character of the Coteaux du Vendômois.
Winery: Domaine Colin
Origin: Coteaux du Vendômois, Loire Valley, France
Vintage: NV
Wine Type: Sparkling Red Wine - Brut
Variety: 100% Gamay
Soil: Flinty Clay
Farming: Organic & Biodynamic
Vineyard: Colin Estate
Winemaker: Patrice Colin
Wine Details
• Alcohol: 12%
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Bottles Per Case: 12
• 35 year-old vines
• Natural fermentation no sugar and yeast added
• The Petillant Naturel (Pet-Nat) gets its bubbles from the fermentation that happens inside the bottle
• Drink now and for the next 2 years