Description
This Carpe Diem cuvée from Domaine de l'Ecu is a refined and elegant expression of the Melon de Bourgogne grape. The nose offers aromas of citrus, fennel, spices and medicinal herbs. Grown in predominantly granite soil, vinified without sulphur and aged in amphorae, the wine possesses a revitalising energy and a refreshing finish.
Tasting notes
A full, rounded nose with notes of citrus, fennel, spices, medicinal herbs and bay leaf. Extremely smooth, creamy and full on the palate; full-bodied, rich, deep and delicate. A long finish.
In the vineyard, in the cellar
- Soils: predominantly granite
- Grape variety: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
- Farming: Organic and Biodynamic
- Certified organic since 1975
- Demeter biodynamic certification since 1998
- Biodyvin biodynamic certification since 2014
- Work: ploughing and scarifying the soil. Green pruning.
- Harvest: 100% manual. Grapes received by gravity, no use of pumps.
- Yield: around 30 hl/ha
- Vinification: pneumatic pressing, whole bunches. No settling. Fermentation 100% with indigenous yeasts.
- Ageing: in amphorae for 15 to 18 months. No fining, no filtration.
What to eat with the Carpe Diem cuvée from Domaine de l’Ecu?
- Lobster & saffron
- Sea bass with fennel
- A basket of sea urchins
- Sea bream sashimi
- Caviar
- Scallop pouches
- Langoustine and turbot blanquette with artichokes
- Creamy truffle risotto
- Guinea fowl, chanterelle mushrooms, chestnuts and dried fruit
- Spiced chicken casserole
- Roasted sweetbreads, artichoke barigoule.
