A time of fog and drizzle in the vineyard, and the first frosts.
Halfway between Autumn and Winter, November is a time for remembrance and nostalgia.
"A la Saint-Martin, l'hiver fait son chemin"
"On St. Martin's day (the 11th of November) winter is here to stay"
In the vineyard, it's time to:

• Start preliminary pruning if all the leaves have fallen
  This task is essential because it helps to pave the way for the next crop. Pruning requires careful thought and a good knowledge of viticulture. This preparatory pruning consists of removing unwanted canes and keeping just two, that will be shortened (in February/March). This will leave:
  • a fruit-bearing cane for the next harvest
  • a renewal spur from which the following year's fruit cane will grow

In the cellar, it's time to:

• Stir the wine lees
• Top up the barrels
• Taste
  The new wine begins to reveal its qualities. The previous vintage is tasted from barrel by importers and trade professionals before bottling (February/March).