Balazu des Vaussières Hysope 2017

ProducerBalazu des VaussièresRegionSouthern Rhône, FranceGrapeGrenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan, CinsaultFarmingOrganic practices

AbstractDark fruit, bitter herbs, earthy grip

Winemaker
Balazu des Vaussières follows an organic approach to its vineyards. The grower's philosophy favours patience and minimal intervention, allowing the agricultural work to set the direction.

Wine
Hysope is allowed a long development before release, with minimal intervention between grapes and bottle. The 2017 brings dark fruit together with a bitter-herbal edge and a firm, textured palate. It is a characterful red rather than a polished, predictable one. Give it air and substantial food: braised meat, mushrooms or beans with plenty of herbs.

Origin
The southern Rhône has a varied geological landscape of clay, limestone and alluvial terraces. Mediterranean summers bring concentrated fruit, with the mistral drying the vineyards. Soil, exposure and available water influence how that warmth is expressed.