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From the Roman fort perched on the crag of the Roc de Rolland (Charlemagne's companion), the view over Las Vals (Little Valley in local dialect) is breathtaking and allows one to understand the unique character of this terroir. The Lignères' own "love at first site" occurred here when Suzette acquired the upper terrace and planted 15 hectares of vines. 15 years later her sons Jean and Paul also fell in love with the little valley at their feet. Las Vals: the family's pride and joy.
| Grape varieties | Mourvèdre 85%, Syrah 15%. |
| Wine Type | Barrel aged red |
| Apellation | Corbières (Montagne d'Alaric) |
| Vintage | 2003 |
| Total production 2003 | 6.600 bottles (1,100 six-pack cases) |
| Terroir | Click for full details of the las vals terroir |
| Yields | Mourvèdre 20 hectoliters/hectare, Syrah 15 hectoliters/hectare |
| Fermenting tanks | Stainless steel |
| Fermentation/maceration | 30 days |
| Barrel aging | Yes, 100 % new oak |
| Ageing specifics | 16 months, stirring the lees weekly by turning the barrels |
| Alcohol | 14.5% by vol. |
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