It is the terroir of Rasteau that this multi-vintage wine pays tribute to!
A selection of grapes from different vintages from hillside plots that have always been Xavier Vignon’s favourite. Arcane le Bateleur highlights the influence of Rasteau’s terroirs on the wine: concentration, depth and generosity.
Le Bateleur reflects the generous and robust character of the Rasteau cru. A blend of different vintages has been chosen to emphasize the complex flavors.
Arcane – Le Fou Rouge NV
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CREATION
GRAPE: 85% Grenache, 5% Mourvèdre, 5% Syrah, 5% Caladoc
TERROIR
This blend is the most complex and well-honed vision of the southern Rhône Valley. It is difficult to speak of just one terroir
but rather a myriad of different terroirs in which the grenache varietal thrives.
WINEMAKING
Cold pre-fermentation maceration for three weeks in order to ensure the full integration of the aromatic components and polyphenols whilst preventing the extraction of tannins from the seeds of the grapes. Followed by traditional maceration.
AGEING 1/3 in French and Austrian oak barrels, 1/3 in truncated wooden vats, 1/3 in concrete vats.
AGEING POTENTIAL 10 to 15 years
SERVICE 15/17°C
FOOD AND WINE PAIRING
Duck à l’orange – Lamb and apricot tajine – Braised rib of beef
Stuffed courgettes with rice, pesto and coriander – Mature cheeses

