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Terroir

The Stéphane Aviron Chénas is produced very vines that average over 100 years old, ranging in plantation from 1900 to 1923. Stéphane Aviron has been producing wines from this incredible 13.6-acre parcel since 1993. The soil is light and made up mostly of sand and small pebbles over a layer of clay and quartz. The old vines and poor soils combine for incredibly low yields and highly concentrated grapes.

Vinification

The Chénas is vinified using traditional methods using whole bunches.. The must is macerated for seven days in temperature controlled stainless steel vats. The wine is aged for 12 months in cement tank to maintain to purity of the fruit.

Tasting Notes

Dark black cherry color with purple. Deep, ripe aromas of black cherry with a hint of black pepper. Very good weight; fleshy and round, very soft and harmonious. Delicious now or could be aged for several years.

Food Pairing

Pairs well with red meats, stews, French onion soup, soft cheeses and dark chocolate

Appellation

Chénas

Winemaker

Stéphane Aviron

Soil

Sand, clay, quartz pebbles

Vineyard Acreage

13.6 acres

Average Vine Age

110+ years

Sizes Available

750 ML

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