Château Cicéron Fer à Cheval
IGP AUDE
Bright pale yellow color with green/silver highlights. Expressive and intense nose of white flowers and exotic fruits (pineapple, mango). On the palate, the wine is powerful, with a lively, aromatic, and full-bodied attack.
Verdejo
- Albarino
The Ciceron Vineyard is located on the high terraces of the Corbières in the commune of Ribaute. Thanks to its moderate altitude, it benefits from a Mediterranean climate, where daytime heat is tempered by cool nights. This promotes the aromatic development of the grapes during ripening, allowing us to produce a range of concentrated wines while maintaining a balance of acidity.
The vines are identified and cataloged based on their soil/varietal/rootstock/clone compatibility. The Verdejo and Albariño plots are planted on cool, marly soils.
The utmost care is taken in managing the vineyard and ensuring the grapes are in optimal condition. The vines are pruned using the palmette method to ensure an even distribution of clusters on the vine.
The grapes are harvested exclusively in the morning. The berries are pressed in a pneumatic press. The juices are protected from oxidation using dry ice. Cold settling at 5°C continues for 3 to 5 days, followed by alcoholic fermentation lasting approximately 8 days. The temperature is maintained below 16°C to preserve the aromas.
Ideal as an aperitif, it also pairs perfectly with oysters, grilled shrimp, sea bass or sea bream fillets, grilled vegetables, and asparagus risottos, as well as international cuisine such as sushi & sashimi, and salmon/mango poke bowls. It also pairs well with young sheep’s milk cheese, fresh goat cheese, or lightly aged soft cheeses.
Bright pale yellow color with green/silver highlights. Expressive and intense nose of white flowers and exotic fruits (pineapple, mango). On the palate, the wine is powerful, with a lively, aromatic, and full-bodied attack. The texture is supple yet dynamic, with a lovely natural freshness. A lingering finish with citrus notes.
