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Right bank and left have their own
specific characteristics, even though both enjoy the
same temperate oceanic climate with lots of sunshine,
relatively high temperatures and regular but moderate
rainfall.
On the right bank of the Garonne, the
hillsides provide well oriented slopes with excellent
drainage. Their geological riches are composed of clay
and limestone molasses that are just perfect for the
vines to flourish. On these soils, the Merlot grapes
express their rounded, velvety qualities while the Abouriou
variety asserts all its character.
On the left bank, the soils are composed
of gravel mixed with marl and coarse sand. Formed of
marine sediment, they contain large deposits of fossils.
The subsoils hold layers of alios, an iron-rich type
of clay: this is the famous soil known as crasse that
is also characteristic of some of the greatest wine
regions.
On these gravel soils, Cabernet Franc
and Cabernet Sauvignon have no difficulty reaching the
level of ripeness they need. Rich in tannins, they give
the wine body, fruit and verve, as well as good ageing
capacity.
The complementary grape varieties Malbec, Fer Servadou
and Syrah, associated with Gamay and Abouriou, a local
variety rich in colour, express their presence in the
characteristic peppery bouquet of Côtes du Marmandais
red and rosé wines.
The Sauvignon Blanc variety combines with Semillon to
make Côtes du Marmandais AOC white wines produced
in small quantities.
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