Vintage Character From the rugged alpine slopes of the IGP Vin des Allobroges, the 2024 Domaine des Ardoisières 'Silice' Rouge showcases the stunning purity of Savoie's unique mountain terroir. The 2024 vintage was shaped by cool, rainy conditions that limited yields but ultimately preserved striking acidity and remarkable precision. Sourced from steep, terraced vineyards rich in silica, slate, and clay-limestone, this Mondeuse benefits from high-altitude sunlight and intense mineral soils, resulting in an incredibly energetic and terroir-driven profile.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This high-toned red opens with expressive aromas of wild raspberries, tart red cherries, fresh violets, and a crack of black pepper. On the palate, it is light-to-medium-bodied yet intensely vibrant, driven by high alpine acidity and chalky, stone-like minerals that lead into a long, peppery finish. Pair this energetic red with roasted duck breast in a red fruit reduction or a traditional selection of cured alpine charcuterie and hard cheeses.
Winery Background Domaine des Ardoisières was established in 1998 to restore the ancient, abandoned terraced vineyards of the French Alps. Under the visionary guidance of winemaker Brice Omont, the estate has become a benchmark for alpine winemaking, practicing strict biodynamic farming and low-intervention cellar techniques. By utilizing native yeast fermentation and neutral aging, Omont successfully crafts crystalline, highly expressive wines that faithfully capture the wild and rugged spirit of Savoie.