“Cat-silver” is how the Strohmeiers call the silicate stones with very thin layers sparkling on the soil of all their vineyards
The must is traditionally vinified with a long
Aged for ~ 11 months half in old oak
this allows for a better thermal exchange and avoids elevated fermentation temperatures
Principally planted to Nerello Mascalese
2021 Domaine Elian Da Ros 'Outre Rouge', Cotes du Marmandais, France Royal Tokaji “Cat-silver” is how the StrohmeiersThis rouge clair (light red) is something between a red and ros, and is produced from a blend of 85% Abouriou, with the rest equal parts Malbec, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc. The grapes are vinified using three different techniques carbonic maceration, saigne, and press then blended in tank, and aged in foudres on the fine lees to make an unusual and surprising wine thats perfect when served slightly chilled.