The grapes for the Chateau de Manissy "Belle Etoile" originate from organically certified vineyards owned by wine-maker Florian André's mother. The site is bathed by the sun and swept by the mistral on a flat plain that is rich in limestone with a clay subsoil. Entirely hand-harvested grapes, 50% Cinsault and 50% Grenache, that have a cold maceration before being pressed.
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About the Producer
Florian André is a talented young winemaker who has found a property with superb potential. For three years he was an apprentice to Christophe Delorme, owner of Domaine de la Mordoree (Châteauneuf, Lirac, and Tavel). Florian then approached the religious order that owned the Château de Manissy, which is above and contiguous to Château d'Aqueria in Tavel. Apparently many had tried and been turned down by the Brothers. In this case, however, they were impressed by Florian's resume and plans. The vintage 2004 was his first vintage for the chateau, and he succeeded magnificently.