COLLINE DE L'HIRONDELLE
LANGUEDOC / vin de france
Established in 2007 by Jennifer Buck and Didier Ferrier, La Colline de l'Hirondelle is a 9-hectare organic vineyard beautifully situated in the Corbières region. Determined to understand their terroir and introduce innovative eco-friendly viticulture practices, they embarked on a courageous endeavor, defying the conventional and highly productive vineyards of the area. Moreover, they created a unique identity that can be seen in the striking labels on their various cuvées.
The Colline de l'Hirondelle project grew steadily, reflecting the laid-back lifestyle of these two wine enthusiasts. Starting small and learning as they went, they prioritized quality over quantity, with a goal of creating wines that they would be proud to drink.
Fate brought together these two wine lovers, one from the local area and the other from California, and their union produced exceptional wines with the authenticity of the Languedoc region and its breathtaking terroirs. Jennifer and Didier's winemaking approach is exemplary, and all the elements are in place to create truly magnificent bottles.
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Vineland Rep.
Jennifer Buck & Didier Ferrier
Languedoc/ Corbières
Vin de France
Organic (Certified) / Nature
Manual
9 hectares
Roussane, Grenache Gris, Chenançon, Carignan, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache
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16
2022
JR
Colline de l’Hirondelle 'COCOLICO'
Wine named by 4-year-old Lili who was trying to say « poppy » (coquelicot).
Appellation: Vin de France
Varietals: Chenançon (65%), Carignan (15%), Mourvèdre (20%)
Vineyard: Clay / limestone terraces in the northern foothills of the Alaric Mountain (Corbières)
Alcohol: 13.5%/vol
Production: 7900 bottles
Harvest: The Chenançon and Mourvèdre is harvested early in the morning to preserve the explosive fruit aromas. The Carignan is hand harvested into crates.
Vinifcation and Aging: The Chenançon ferments 5-7 days on the skins to bring out its full fruit potential. The juice fnishes fermenting after pressing. Vat aged for 9-12 months. The Mourvèdre and Carignan are fermented separately. Both are destemmed, crushed and slowly fermented for 15-25 days with frequent pumping over. All varieties aged in vats 9 to 12 months. Bottle-aged for 36 months.
Tasting Notes: Deep garnet color with violet highlights. Ripe strawberry and raspberry on the nose. Crisp fruit entry followed by ample round tannins.
16.5
2019
JR
Colline de l’Hirondelle 'Oiseau'
A wine that is both powerful and sleek with aromas of fragrant black fruit, violet and toasted cinnamon. A blend of Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre made in the tradition of the Corbières.
Appellation: Vin de France
Varietals: Carignan (27%), Grenache (26%), Mourvèdre (24%), Syrah (23%)
Vineyard: Vineyards aged 35-90 years. Clay and limestone terraces in the northern foothills of the Alaric Mountain (Corbières).
Alcohol: 14.5%/vol
Production:10,500 bottles
Harvest: Hand harvest of ripe fruit, carefully transported to the winery in crates.
Vinifcation and Aging: The Carignan, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache are vinifed separately , destemmed and crushed before fermenting 20-25 days with gentle pump-overs or stirring. All varieties are aged in stainless vats for 16 months. Bottle aged 36 months.
Tasting Notes: Garnet color with ruby highlights. Notes of blackberries, garrigue, violet and toasted cinnamon on the nose. Smooth, round, and ample on the palate. Silky and complex.
16.5
2019
JR
Colline de l’Hirondelle 'CARIGNAN'
Polished and refined, our old-vine, bottle-aged Carignan is a pure expression of this traditional varietal. Hints of tobacco, bay leaf, lilac and cocoa on the nose. Full-bodied and powerful with aromas of black berries, prune and kirch. Full of drama and concentration.
Appellation: Vin de France
Varietals: Carignan Old Vines
Vineyard: Clay and limestone terraces in the northern foothills of the Alaric Mountain (Corbières). Old vine Carignan 95 and over 65 years old.
Alcohol: 15%/vol
Production: 2,150 bottles
Harvest: Hand harvest of ripe fruit, carefully transported to the winery in crates.
Vinifcation and Aging: The grapes are destemmed, crushed and slowly fermented for 20 days with regular pump-overs, aged in stainless tanks for 15 months, and bottle-aged for minimum 36 months
Tasting Notes: Deep garnet red. Hints of tobacco, bay leaf, lilac and cocoa on the nose. Full-bodied and powerful with aromas of black berries, prune and kirch.
16
2017
JR
Colline de l’Hirondelle 'A LA VOLÉE'
Our first ephemeral blend capturing the 2019 vintage’s exceptional freshness. This Mourvedre with a hint of Syrah is aromatic and surprising. Smooth and spontaneous the Mourvèdre shows its floral side with rose-petal and violet aromas balanced out with subtle notes of menthol and garrigue.
Appellation: Vin de France
Varietals: Mourvèdre (50%), Syrah (50%)
Vineyard: Clay and limestone terraces in the northern foothills of the Alaric Mountain (Corbières)
Alcohol: 13.5%/vol
Production: 2,760 bottles
Harvest: Hand harvest
Vinifcation and Aging: Destemmed, crushed and slowly fermented separately for 15 days with frequent pumping over. Aged in stainless tanks for 9 months.
Tasting Notes: Aromatic and surprising. Smooth and spontaneous, rose-petal and violet aromas balanced with subtle notes of menthol and garrigue.
16.5
2021
JR
Colline de l’Hirondelle 'SUR LA CRÊTE'
Our Natural Grenache Mourvèdre blend is co-fermented with indigenous yeast and bottled with no added sulfites. Sur la Crête is juicy and vibrant with aromas of raspberries and pomegranate. Round and chrisp it seduces with its youth and lingering fruity finish.
Appellation: Vin de France
Varietals: Grenache (60%), Mourvèdre (40%)
Vineyard: Plateau of rolled stones and underground clay in the Northern foothills of the Alaric Mountains (Corbières).
Alcohol: 14.5%/vol
Production: 2,400 bottles
Harvest: Hand harvest
Vinifcation and Aging: Our natural Grenache / Mourvèdre blend is co-fermented with indigenous yeast and bottled with no added sulftes. Vinifed with gentle pump-overs and aged in stainless tanks for 5 months.
Tasting Notes: Sur la Crête is juicy and vibrant with aromas of raspberries and pomegranate. Round and chrisp it seduces with its youth and lingering fruity fnish.
16
2021
JR
