Château de Montfaucon, Lirac Rouge 'Vin de M. Le Baron', 2017

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AOC Lirac Rouge16 different grape varieties15% This wine harks back to the old Southern Rhône practice of planting many different varieties in the same parcel, harvesting them toge ther and then co-fermenting. Nowadays, the grapes are picked over 3 different passes to ensure all varieties are picked at optimal ripeness.The blend is 16 different varieties, co-fermented, and includes 10% white varieties. It spends 2 years in barrel before an extended time in bottle before release. The label is an original label from the 1800s. Show more