LE SEUIL DE MAZEYRES

Le Seuil de Mazeyres is the second organic wine of Château Mazeyres.

Consultant: Alain Moueix

Head of Cultivation: Jean-Michel Bernard

Cellar Master: Thomas Cézac

Administration, Sales, and Visits: Stéphany Lesaint

Vineyard Area: 25.57 hectares

Average Age: 30 years

Terroir: Clay gravel and clay sands

Grape Varieties: 73.1% Merlot, 24.3% Cabernet Franc, 2.6% Petit Verdot

Cultivation Method

Property certified organic since 2015 and biodynamic since 2018 – Member of Biodyvin.

Vinification

Manual harvesting in crates. Careful sorting of the grapes upon arrival at the vat house. Fermentation in thermo-regulated concrete or stainless steel vats, depending on the terroir, age of the vines, and grape varieties. Gentle and slow extractions, adapted to the potential of each vat.

Aging

50% in barrels and 50% in vats

Average Yield

38 hectoliters per hectare

Average Production

30,000 to 60,000 bottles

Tasting

The attack of Seuil de Mazeyres is smooth with often mentholated, spicy, and fruity notes. The mid-palate is supple and juicy. The finish is fresh and lively. The overall impression is harmonious, making Seuil de Mazeyres a pleasure to drink from a young age.