Tomares Ballus

Domaine des Aspras · Cotes de Provence, France

Tomares Ballus comes from the younger vines of the estate. Pale pink wine with notes of raspberry on the nose and palate is dominated by dominated by small red fruits, raspberry, and English candy.

‘Tomares Ballus’ was a type of butterfly which had disappeared from the Provence region, due to a reliance on commercial insecticides. After the town of Correns (where the vineyard is located) became fully organic, the butterfly reappeared. The residents of the town credit the gentler, more sustainable farming style with the uptick in insect life. So, with every delicious sip, you’re helping biodiversity to continue to flourish in this beautiful part of the world.

Farming
Certified organic since 1997, HVE since 2018, biodynamic practices

Harvest Method
manual

Varietal
Grenache et Cinsault

Age of Vineyard
planted around 2000

Vessel
stainless steel

Vineyard Yield
35 hl/ha

Soil Type
tuff

Annual Production
30000 bottles

Vinification
Night harvest. Destemmed, followed by direct pressing (drip rosé) with soft pressure (pneumatic press). Low temperatures for settling and maceration between 14° and 18°C. Aged in stainless steel vats on fine lees for several weeks.