Constellation 2009

Brand: Giroud Vins
Product Code: Constellation 2009
Reward Points: 100
Availability: 24

Price: S$100.58
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History

This 2009 blend is made from vines with very low yields, carefully selected by Dominique Giroud. It has Merlot for its structure, Syrah for its spiciness, Humagne Rouge for its sturdy tannins, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc for its fruit and Cornalin for its finesse.

The meticulous blend undergoes one year of wood aging in order to obtain a unique red wine that will please the true connoisseurs.

Winemaking

The extended maceration of 25 days allows the gentle skin extraction of colour, tannins and structure of this red wine. This is followed by 12 months of oak aging in 400-litre barrels, during which the malolactic fermentation occurs.

The wine is aged in 3 barrels of different age respectively: new barrels, 2-year-old barrels and 3-year-old barrels.

Grape varieties

Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Humagne Rouge, Cornalin.

Colour

Intense violet red.

Nose

The intense bouquet suggests wild blackberries, liquorice, blueberries, spices and an espresso roast note.

Palate

Fruit replay, especially small black berries, underlined by firm and well-integrated tannins. Rich, full-bodied mouthfeel displaying fruit, liquorice and roasted oak flavours along with a nice aromatic complexity.

Food pairings

Constellation is a fantastic match for red meats, wild poultry, game, lamb and some cheeses.

Type
Color	Red
Style	Full-body
Technical Information
Country	Switzerland
Region	Valais
Appellation	Valais AOC
Vintage	2009
Varietals	Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Humagne Rouge, Cornalin.
Format	75cl
Seal type	Cork
Alcohol content	14.5%
Tasting
Serving temperature	16-18º
Decanting time	2 hours
Drink from	2013
Drink to	2020
Tasting note	Fruit replay, especially small black berries, underlined by firm and well-integrated tannins. Rich, full-bodied mouthfeel displaying fruit, liquorice and roasted oak flavours along with a nice aromatic complexity.
Food Pairings	Grilled red meats, game meats