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Morning of the oenologists - Bordeaux the 20/03/2009

Within the framework of “the Oenological Technical days of the Faculty of Bordeaux”, Jean Pierre COUSINIE, specialist recognized in the nutrition of the vine,

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Chile news January 2009:
Today in Chile the wine season is characterized by an estimate of harvest higher than the normal
The departure in vegetation 2009 knew a rapid growth, slowed down then by the incidence of low temperatures;
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Attempts and researches in biologic Agriculture
The Jean Pierre COUSINIE company, the French Institute of Vine and Wine(IFV), and the Farmers' association of the Haute-Garonne (France),
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France : Vintage 2009

Aquitaine:

From May, at the beginning of vegetation, strong hailstorms fell down on the Aquitaine region, especially on the soils ranging between Saint-Emilion and Castillon la Bataille.
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Spain : Vintage 2009
In the area of Toro (Spain), the year 2009 is particularized by a more or less important hydrous stress.
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Opening page arrow Expert’s Audit arrow Understanding the terroir
A deep understanding of the terroir Print

Expert's Audit : understanding the terroir

Preparation of a highly sophisticated wine, rich in organoleptic components, one with its own elegant characteristics, can be guaranteed only when rigorous observation is combined with deep-seated reflection.

Our analytical skills identify, measure and coordinate the complex links between “terroir crop growing” and the oenological characteristics of wines.

 

 

A comprehensive vision:

We map out guidelines for rigorous methodical observations, by resource and specific element:

  • Topography: creation of a relief map, layout and distribution of land plots, exposure and sunshine, circulation, plot drainage, and stormwater runoff.
  • Geological study: soil characteristics, mineral composition, stratification, sedimentation, exposed structure, classification by land plot.
  • Water-bearing resources: surface, runoff, soil and subsoil, gullies or stagnation points.
  • Growing practices: by means of an exchange of opinions with the agronomist in charge, we survey the history of the farm, production range, vineyard vines, prior operating and practical farming methods, and wine quality (strengths and weaknesses).
  • The environment: cultivation vitality, plant richness of the various sites, observations regarding native flora and fauna, urban or industrial impacts.
  • Wine cellars: work station organization (in relation to the chief oenologist), storage, farm and wine-cellar materials, winemaking techniques, farming and ageing conditions, assembly practices, appellations, commercial structure.

 

These findings are incorporated into a written report for each observation station, with detailed and well-reasoned evaluations.

This initial approach allows investors to optimize their investment in a healthy, productive area of patrimonial interest, one with a strong development potential.

 

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Testimonials

Château Landure (Mailhac)
Carried out on the property since 1987, the Méthode Cousinié has made it possible to show the consistency of harvests from both a quantitative and qualitative standpoint, by means of adopting varieties to the terroir.
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Château St Jacques d’Albas (Minervois)

After I acquired the Château St Jacques d’Albas in Minervois in 2001, I decided to call in Jean-Pierre Cousinié.

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Château Tayac (Margaux)

In 1995, through the intermediary of a winegrower friend, we became acquainted with Mr. Jean-Pierre Cousinié and his method.
At our first meeting, we were won over by the conduct of this method, based on observation and highly-focused analyses, from the soil to the grape bunch.

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