La Sorga Grand Pestilence NV
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| Management number | 253563551 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$16.40 | Model Number | 253563551 | ||
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Grand Pestilence is a non-vintage red blend from Anthony Tortul of La Sorga, sourced from old-vine parcels in and around Cabrerolles, in the Faugères appellation area of the Hérault department. The grapes — primarily Cinsault, with Grenache (Noir, Blanc, and Gris) and, in some releases, Carignan — come from vines ranging from 65 to nearly 100 years old, grown on the schist hillsides that define this corner of Languedoc. Bottled as Vin de France, allowing Tortul full blending flexibility across his sourced parcels.
Winemaking follows a whole-bunch approach: Cinsault undergoes an extended carbonic-style maceration of around 60 days, while Grenache is destemmed manually. Fermentation is spontaneous with indigenous yeasts, with no temperature control. The wine is aged for 12 months in stainless steel tanks or neutral vessels before blending. Zero sulfites are added at any stage; the wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered.
The schist soils of Cabrerolles are a Paleozoic metamorphic rock that retains heat during the day and releases it at night, promoting even ripening while driving vine roots deep for water. The resulting wines carry a distinct mineral freshness alongside ripe fruit — characteristic of Faugères terroir. The Cinsault gives light structure and crunchy red fruit; the Grenache contributes body and aromatic lift; Carignan, when present, adds spice and color.
Tasting notes point to an aromatic profile typical of Faugères: thyme, strawberry, rose petal, and white pepper on the nose, with a broad, peppery palate, citrus peel minerality, and notable length. The texture is rounded with soft tannins and lively acidity.
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