# Les Petits Pas (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine du Pas de l'Escalette
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Carignan, Grenache, Syrah
- **Region:** Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–15 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, black cherry, red plum, black plum, blackberry

## About this wine

Domaine Du Pas De L'Escalette Les Petits Pas 2021 is a red wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, produced by Domaine du Pas de l'Escalette. The wine's name, 'Les Petits Pas,' translates to 'Little Steps,' reflecting its approachable character, and the label visually represents this with the footprints of the producers' sons. The estate, founded by Julien and Delphine Zernott in 2003, is committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices, aiming to express the purity of their terroir. The vineyards are located on steep, chalky stone terraces at an altitude of 350 meters, with vines averaging 45 years old. The 2021 vintage was a cooler and drier year, contributing to a fresher style of wine.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Les Petits Pas' means 'Little Steps' in French.
- The label art features the footprints of the producer's sons.
- The estate utilizes organic and biodynamic farming methods.
- Vineyards are situated on steep, chalky stone terraces.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and fruit-forward character can stand up to richer dishes. Its freshness and fine tannins complement proteins and cut through moderate fat, while herbal notes in the wine can echo those in the food.

## Wine making process

Domaine Du Pas De L'Escalette Les Petits Pas 2021 is produced using grapes from vines averaging 45 years old, with minimal yields of 30-35 hl/ha. The viticulture is certified organic and biodynamic, with hand-harvesting. Fermentation takes place in large wooden vats, with some sources noting a three-week duration. Aging may occur in large wooden vats, with Carignan potentially aged in small Burgundy barrels. The 2021 vintage was a cooler and drier year, influencing the wine's fresher profile.