Meridiem, Cabernet Sauvignon by Madame Germaine

History

: “Meridiem,” derived from the Latin word meaning “south,” tells the story of two lifelong friends from southern France, Paola and Maxime, who have shared a friendship for more than twenty years. United by a passion for wine and the dream of creating their own vineyard, they approached the wine world from a fresh perspective, unbound by traditional winemaking family backgrounds. From vineyard selection to harvest and vinification, they became personally involved in every step of the process to shape a terroir that truly reflected their own vision.

In 2013, the two moved to China with the goal of exporting wines from the Languedoc region and building a strong international distribution network. However, the COVID-19 pandemic forced them to return to France earlier than expected in 2022. At that point, they had not yet accumulated enough capital to purchase the vineyard they had originally dreamed of owning.

Yet this setback became the catalyst for a new idea: in 2023, they created the concept of a “Hybrid Wine Merchant.” This model combines the role of a traditional wine merchant — exporting and distributing wines through an international commercial network — with the role of a wine producer directly involved in vineyard management and winemaking. From this vision, the Meridiem project was born, allowing Paola and Maxime to finally bring their dream to life.

About Wine

: Clay-limestone soils with rolled pebbles provide excellent drainage and thermal regulation. The vines are between 20 and 40 years old. Vinification is carried out in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with a 20-day maceration to extract tannins, followed by aging in stainless steel tanks.

Tasting Note

Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
Intense purple in color with garnet highlights, the wine reveals aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum layered with notes of bell pepper, cedar, and tobacco leaf. On the palate, it shows a firm structure and a complex profile, supported by solid tannins and balanced acidity. Flavors of dark fruits, spices, and subtle hints of dark chocolate come together to create a rich and sophisticated expression.