K-2 AOC Sans Sulfite Ajouté 2020

Wine Description for K-2 AOC Sans Sulfite Ajouté 2020 from Clos Troteligotte

Colour & Appearance

Deep, dense garnet red that already reveals the concentration of this high-altitude Malbec in the glass.

Nose

Fascinatingly unconventional: Although destemmed, the K-2 displays spicy notes of grape stems and stalks, lending it a cool, almost Nordic character. Crisp red and blue berries meet sour cherry, black olives and pine needles. Earthy tones of tobacco, tar and ink complete the picture. Multi-layered and still rather reserved – a Malbec that needs time to open up.

Palate

Here the magic of amphora ageing reveals itself: The dark, juicy fruit appears embedded in a fine mist of stone dust – a unique, almost powdery texture. Slender, fresh and lively, the K-2 presents itself with just 12.5% alcohol as surprisingly drinkable. Despite its youth, it displays an unconventional depth and complexity that sets it apart from conventional Cahors. The mineral structure carries the fruit effortlessly.

Finish

Medium to long, with fine freshness and a lingering note of red berries and minerality. The restrained sulphiting (12mg/l total sulphur) allows the wine to finish lively and pure.

Terroir & Origin

From micro-parcels at 350 metres altitude in the Clos with siderolithic clay-limestone soil from the Tertiary period. The high iron content of the soil gives the wine its characteristic mineral character. Strict yield of only 25 hl/ha guarantees maximum concentration.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Malbec, hand-harvested, spontaneous fermentation, gentle extraction and extended maceration. Sulphur-free vinification and 12 months ageing in cellar amphorae. Neither fined nor filtered – Emmanuel Rybinski lets the terroir run free.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with grilled entrecôte, lamb ragout with olives, mushroom risotto or seared tuna. The mineral freshness also harmonises beautifully with hard cheese such as aged Comté.

Special Features

A radically distinctive Cahors that breaks new ground with amphora ageing and minimal sulphur. For purists and lovers of authentic, unvarnished wines.