Quintessence de Mondeuse AOP Vin de Savoie 2019

Wine Description for Quintessence de Mondeuse AOP Vin de Savoie 2019 from Orchis

Colour & Appearance

A deep, luminous purple that maintains a fascinating transparency despite its intensity – a visual harbinger of the elegance that follows.

Nose

Beguilingly complex: elderberries and blackberries with a subtle sweetness meet mineral notes of graphite and ink. These are joined by cinnamon, marzipan and a hint of warm forest floor – an aromatic profile that combines density with crystalline freshness.

Palate

Here unfolds the true wonder of this wine: the tension between concentration and lightness. One could describe it as an alpine Syrah – blackberries, crisp damsons and cherries merge with bitter almond, blood orange zest and a hint of bresaola and pepper. The tannin is polished and silky, whilst the acidity flows through with the clarity and power of a mountain stream – a remarkable achievement at just 11.5% alcohol.

Finish

Long, precise and characterised by refreshing minerality. The fruit fades slowly whilst the acid structure enlivens the palate and calls for more.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyards in Haute-Savoie – spread across Desingy, Collonges and Peillonnex – lie between 350 and 450 metres altitude with views of Mont Blanc. Partly extremely steep sites on calcareous clay, glacial debris and bedrock shape this wine with alpine freshness and mineral precision.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Mondeuse Noire from two hectares with minimal yield (25 hl/ha). 90% of the grapes are destemmed to avoid astringency. The wine matures over two winters in older barrels and is bottled unfiltered – a patient, artisanal approach that pays dividends.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with lightly grilled tuna with Provençal herbs, Bœuf Bourguignon or classic Raclette. The acidity and structure also make it an ideal companion to game dishes or aged Comté.

Special Features

A prime example of how Mondeuse Noire achieves extraordinary finesse in alpine terroir. The combination of concentration and freshness at moderate alcohol makes this wine a unique expression of Savoyard wine culture.