KM31
KM31
A blend of Grenache Noir, Gris, and Blanc, and Carignan from three small century-old vineyards, organically farmed on the heights of Banyuls-sur-Mer with black shale soils. Horse ploughed, hand harvesting on the 22nd and 25th of August, and minimal yields (5hl/ha) "“ truly heroic viticulture! Vinification in whole bunches, 5 days of carbonic maceration, 6 months of aging in barrels that have seen several wines. Bottled at the Domaine without fining or filtration, just a micro-dose of sulfur (1g
At a Glance
- Origin: Roussillon, France
- Varietal & Type: Grenache, Carignan
- Vintage: 2021
- ABV: 13%
- Vineyard Soil: Black schist (80-year-old vines)
- USNW Classification: Natural
Tasting Notes & Pairing
- Profile: Velvety rasberry cream with earth and tannin
- Food Pairing: Grilled lamb, stews, aged cheeses, Mediterranean cuisine
- Serving Temp: 60-65°F (Cool room temp)
About the Winemaker
Domaine YoYo, based in Banyuls-sur-Mer in France's Roussillon, began in 2005 when Laurence Manya Krief fell in love with 2 hectares of vines on black schist. The estate has grown to 10 hectares across 12 parcels in the heart of the Banyuls Cru and on the Albères foothills, combining centenarian vines with younger plantings.
Today the domaine is run by Laurence and her daughter Laurie Manya, along with Cameron—their skilled vineyard hand for over 10 years—and his partner Jackie, whose experience as a vigneronne is precious. Their parcels include adolescent Grenaches, young sprightly Mourvèdre, and centenarian Grenache and Carignan anchored in black schist. In 2021, they acquired their dream parcel: 2 hectares facing the Bay of Paulilles with the Mediterranean as landscape.
Farming & Cellar: Certified organic since 2008 (practicing since 2005), the vineyards are non-mechanizable due to extreme slopes. Work is done by traction animale, rototiller, and Catalan hoe (xadic). Harvests are carried out by hand in small 13kg crates to preserve intact bunches. Yields vary from 10-20 hl/ha. Organic amendments, green manure (since 2020), and phytotherapy (plant extracts) protect the vines without chemicals.
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