LE SEUIL DE MAZEYRES 2019

Under the direction of: Alain Moueix

Head of Cultivation: Jean-Michel Bernard

Cellar Master: Ludovic Guibert

Communication: Stéphany Lesaint

Weather Conditions of the Vintage

Very favorable conditions for this vintage. After a cold January, the temperatures in February and March were very mild, promoting early budding. The spring was cool and humid, except during the second halves of April and June. These spring fluctuations caused a slowdown in vine growth. From the first day of summer, the change was radical with hot and dry weather very favorable to the development of the aromatic and phenolic potential of the grapes. This was followed by two heatwaves at the end of June and the end of July, and a rainy period at the beginning of August, which we accompanied with biodynamic preparations and herbal teas. These measures helped to prevent the establishment of excessive water stress. Early September remained summery. We chose to harvest our Merlot grapes early to adapt to the particularly rapid ripening pace and maintain balances compatible with the refinement of our wines. The result is a rich and harmonious beverage with a silky texture. Its classicism makes it one of our great vintages.

Wine Characteristics

• Harvest Area: 24.60 hectares
• Harvest Terroir: Clay gravel and clay sands
• Grape Varieties: 81% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot
• Harvest Dates: September 12 to October 3
• Vinification: See general data sheet
• Cultivation Method: Organic and biodynamic wine, certified by FR-BIO-01 Agriculture France, controlled by Biodyvin through Ecocert France SA
• Aging: 11 months, 58% in concrete tanks and eggs, and 42% in foudres and barrels older than one year
• Yield: 36 hectoliters/ha
• Production: 45,200 bottles