Our tank fermentation is conducted in irreproachable fermenters that are both modern and pleasing to the eye – tulip-shaped Nico Velo concrete tanks. The use of concrete ensures excellent control over temperatures whilst their tulip shape avoids too much pomace rising to the surface and improves pumping over, punching of the cap and rack-and-return operations. These cutting-edge temperature-controlled tanks can be seen in the top Bordeaux Grands Crus properties such as Château Cheval Blanc and Domaine de Chevalier. Château Gilbert & Gaillard was the first winery in Languedoc to own them.