Idoine 2024

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The latest from Mataburro! Bright, crunchy Merlot from vines planted by Laurent father over clay and limestone in Rivesaltes. Juicy and ripe with pretty aromatics soaring over conc entrated, ripe black cherries and fresh fruit - ‘it’s our Gamay’ according to Laurent. One to try chilled. The grapes undergo a two-day infusion before aging in a mixture of concrete tank and wood, emphasising freshness and fruit with just a touch of spice in the background. A wine which shows just how vibrant and dynamic Merlot can be when placed in the right hands. The impact of drought over the last few years in the region has been significant, resulting in a huge drop in yields and even loss of some older vines. Despite this, it's thanks to tireless work, meticulous & thoughtful pruning and strong focus on soil health that the duo have been able to harvest beautiful fruit and achieve healthy fermentations in 2024. Show more