Miraval Wines.pdf

MIS EN BOUTEILLE PAR JOLIE-PITT & PERRIN

THE CHATEAUX

Tucked away in its own private valley in the village of Correns, Miraval covers 500 hectares
of land in the heart of the Provence. The magnificent Châteaux is set in a cirque surrounded
by ancient woods, olive trees, vineyards and abundant water supply. Lush vegetation
combines with the beautiful Provençal climate and quality Mediterranean lifestyle to reveal
an enchanting oasis. Today, Miraval is a summer residence of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie,
who gave impetus to the heart of the estate as a place dedicated to the arts – music,
cinema, theatre, local food and fine wine.

In 1970, the well-known jazz pianist and composer Jaque Coussier took ownership of
Miraval, turning it into a recording studio – La Studio de Miraval. There, a number of famous
musicians like Pink Floyd, Sting, Sade, The Cranberries and the Gypsy Kings came to record
music.

THE WINES

Miraval’s exclusive valley location embodies an exceptional terroir. Terroir is the expression
of the soil, the climate and the history of the land – the essence of the wine. At an Altitude
of 1200 feet the vines are privileged to enjoy warm, sunny days and cool nights, bringing
freshness and balance to the wines. The natural clay and chalk soils are important in
retaining vital water supply while at the same time draining excess water, contributing to
healthy grape maturation.

The vines are planted in protective terraces. Miraval’s magnificent cascading stone-walled
terraces have been perfectly restored to their traditional form. The estate is cultivated without
using herbicides, pesticides, or chemicals that can enter the vine and affect the evolution of
the fruit.

At Miraval, all grapes are carefully hand-picked and hand-sorted, once they have reached
desired maturity, ensuring premium selection. Since 2012, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have
partnered with Famille Perrin to help with the viticulture, winemaking and distribution. As one
of the leading wine producing families, Famille Perrin is experienced in producing high calibre
wines. With investments in the latest wine making technology and a passion for excellence
at every stage of production, Miraval is dedicated to delivering top-quality wines of
international acclaim.

APPELLATION

A.O.P Côtes de Provence

VARIETAL

Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah, Rolle

TERROIR

Issued from the Château’s best parcels (Muriers, Longue,
Romarin), and from selected parcels in the best terroirs of
Provence. Clay & Limestone vineyard, partially in terraces located
at an average of 1200 feet above sea level. Miraval's cold air
pulling valley offers greater diurnal temperature variation.

VINIFICATION

The grapes are harvested exclusively in the morning
and sorted twice. Destemming. ‘Pressurage direct’ for

Cinsault, Grenache and Rolle. The Syrah is vinified
partially using the «saignee» method. Vinified in
temperature - controlled stainless steel vats (95%)
and in barrels (5%) with batonnage.

TASTING NOTES
MILLÉSIME 2017

Pretty pale color, petal pink, elegant with shiny
reflections. This 2017 presents a very beautiful
and intense aromatic expression of fresh fruit
and spring flowers. In the mouth, the acidity is
refreshing; a great elegance and a nice balance
dominate, with a saline finish.

PROVENCE

APPELLATION

A.O.P Coteaux Varois

VARIETAL

95% Rolle, 5% Grenache blanc

TERROIR

Château Miraval is one of the only estates in Provence to
have its own private valley on the Commune of Correns to
the north of Brignoles. The vineyard covers two appellations:
Coteaux Varois en Provence (at the north-west) and Côtes
de Provence (at the East of the estate).The vineyard is planted

on a gentle slope (between 5% and 9%) on clay and lime-
-stone soils. The sub-soils are known as Keuper marl.
This particular clay is known to have a low internal
surface area and is particularly adapted to great
white varietals.

TASTING NOTES
MILLÉSIME 2016

This 2016 Miraval presents a beautiful pale yellow
colour, with bright undertones.

Fresh and delicate, this wine develops a beautiful
aromatic intensity with complex notes of white
flowers, citrus, fennel and liquorice. The mouth
shows beautiful mature fruit balanced by the
freshness of the terroir of Miraval.

A perfect expression of Rolle in 2016 with notes
of yellow plums, crunchy white flesh fruit and as
always a saline finish.

PROVENCE

APPELLATION

A.O.P Côtes de Provence

VARIETAL

Rolle (100%)

TERROIR

Chateau Miraval is one of the only estates in Provence to
have its own private valley on the Commune of Correns to
the north of Brignoles. The vineyard covers two appellations:
Coteaux Varois en Provence (at the north-west) and Côtes
de Provence (at the East of the estate).The vineyard is planted
on a gentle slope (between 5% and 9%) on clay and limestone

soils. The sub-soils are known as Keuper marl. This particular
clay is known to have a low internal surface area and
is particularly adapted to great white varietals.

TASTING NOTES
MILLÉSIME 2014

Pretty pale yellow color with bright green highlights.

This wine is very fresh with a beautiful and racy
elegance.

The nose is delicious and complex, with floral,
white fruits and sweet spices (lime, plum, peach)
notes enhanced by a smoky minerality.

Very well-balanced and harmonious, this wine
develops rich and fresh aromas on the palate,
with a tasty and elegant finish.

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