Bulbille 2023

Blending 50% Counoise for its distinctive crunch, 25% Grenache for the characteristic southern Rhône typicity, and 25% Cinsault chosen for its acidity.

The grapes used in Bulbille 2023 are sourced from sandy and shallow soils situated southeast of the village of Cairanne. Notably, the majority of the grapes hail from the family vines, with a focus on those from Marie Richaud’s vineyards, specifically La Canarde and Sousville.

The story continues!

This iteration of Bulbille represents a continuation of our winemaking journey. The grapes were carefully harvested at an early stage of maturity to retain optimal acidity, a critical element preserved during the initial stages of harvest.

This proactive approach enhances the wine’s freshness, a quality often challenged in drier years.

Our selection process prioritized the use of the exquisite Counoise grape, a native variety seldom employed in our cellars, prized for its fruitiness, low alcohol content, and harmonious compatibility with Grenache and Cinsault.

All the grapes underwent co-fermentation through carbonic maceration in concrete vats.

Maintained at a consistently low temperature, ranging between 17°C and 20°C,

For seven days, this method aimed to extract a maximum amount of fruit essence and crunchiness.

The vinification process is entirely natural, eschewing additives, chemical yeast, fining, filtration, or sulfites.

The wine is aging in concrete tanks for a duration of eight months, stored in a stable temperature environment within an underground cellar until bottling.

Bulbille exhibits a clear and brilliant red hue. The wine presents dominant flavors of crunchy and tangy red fruit, specifically strawberry and raspberry, both on the nose and palate. With a notable drinkability and refreshing character, the finish is marked by a pleasing acidity.

This red Côtes-du-Rhône boasts an alcohol content of 13.5%, making it an ideal choice for warm summer evenings.

It is recommended to be served at 15°C and is best enjoyed within the current year of purchase.