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Papillon is a concentrate of young Syrah grapes. This bottle is an approach of the feminine and spicy style of the Cuvée Albéric Bouvet. In fact, this Syrah comes from approximately 10 years’ old vines which will, in the future, elaborate the blending of the Cuvée Albéric Bouvet whose elegance and finesse is solely based on old vines. Papillon is a wine whose fruit is pure and crunchy. To elaborate this cuvee each year, a role of composition is required as the estate selects the best plots to get a young fruity wine, decides how long it should age in barrels and creates the ideal blending of various terroirs.
Deep and ruby colour, with a frank and charming nose. Small black fruits, cherry and sweet spices build a nice harmony.
On the palate, this wine is round and firm, then develops a beautiful clear and precise structure made of ripe fruits.
This refreshing wine is vibrant, enhanced by white pepper and liquorice notes. Tannins, still young, are silky and will develop over the next 2-3 years. Fruity and delicate, this wine finishes with slightly oaky notes showing its young age.
Within 10 years, he reached the level of the best producers and obtained an international recognition.
Figaro Magazine – Novembre 2008