Grenache (the vines of which are a magnificent 80 years old), 20% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre (both ‘only’ 40 years old). A third of the grapes were left undestemmed and fermented as whole bunches. Rasteau is the warmest place in the southern Rhône, explaining why fortified wines are also made here.
"This has a softness of fruit and a luminosity, with bitter chocolate, cacao and beautifully supple tannins. Part of this comes from a site called La Montagne, at 300 metres of elevation. Aged for 12 months in one and two year-old barrels, then for eight months in foudres.
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Grenache/Syrah blend
ABV 14.5%
Drink now / lay down 2024 - 2031
Organic
Cork
Dry
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The Rhône wine region comprises two discrete vineyard areas whose landscapes, soils, climates and even grapes vary significantly, resulting in distinctly different wine styles.
