De Beaurepaire Perceval Pinot Noir

The ‘Perceval’ is crafted from four selected clones of our Pinot Noir grapes from 23 and 25 year old vines (clones: 35% 777, 30% MV6, 24% 114 and 11% 115) from our 55-hectare single-estate vineyard to produce a classic medium bodied, cool-continental climate Pinot Noir. The wine has been unfiltered and unfined to protect phenolic flavours and aromas.

Perceval takes its name from the 12th century legend, Le Conte du Graal, written by Chrétien de Troyes, whilst at the court of Marie of Champagne. In the story the young Knight Perceval seeks the Fisher King. On his quest, he comes across a ‘Damsel in Distress’ (Blanchefleur) whose castle (Chateau Beaurepaire) is under siege. After meeting Blanchefleur, he falls in love with her, becomes her champion and lifts the siege. The story of Blanchefleur and Perceval was the first medieval romance and first written account of the quest for the Holy Grail – a name often ascribed to the drive to produce a great Pinot!