Exceptional vineyard nestled in the heart of the Aspres, the 25 hectares of Mas Bécha was a key player in the revival of Roussillon wines. This classic Côtes du Roussillon has pronounced aromas of herbs, which then give way to plum, cherry and a touch of bitter cocoa. Quite plump, the mouth shows finesse and…
Domaine Cazes watches over one of the largest vineyards of Languedoc-Roussillon in organic and biodynamic agriculture. The appellation Maury was officially authorized to produce dry wines in the form of AOP in 2011 and has been doing wonders ever since. A partnership between Maison Cazes and Mas de Lavail, Castell d’Agly offers a blend of…
This cuvée is made of 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre. It shows great purity in its expression with pure red fruit & cherry aromas, hints of herbs and crushed blackberry. Every aspect of the wine is defined & clearly stand out. The acidity is uplifting with great concentration and a finale that brings a…
Spread over different types of soil, Domaine Gardiés reds are among the best in the region, with a beautiful volume on the palate and flavors of great precision. Ripe enough, but with elegance, the inevitable Les Millères is a fine example of the drier part of Roussillon, on the black schists of Agly. Complex, structured…
The fruity characteristics are the star of this wine, quite the opposite of the cuvée old vines of the same estate. With notes of wild berries, red plums and cherries that shows great intensity. Subtle accents of chocolate and smoke add depth. The structure is fine and very approachable.
Hervé Bizeul had a little crazy idea in 1997 to settle in a lost village, in the middle of nowhere, in an area made of limestone, clay and mountains, Vingrau. This neglected corner of the Valley of Agly is known for the richness of its terroir and its old winding vineyards. This wine from the…
Originally from the Rhôdanienne region, Mr. Chapoutier has scattered all over the world to discover new terroir, including Côtes du Roussillon. Occultum Lapidem, a blend of 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and the rest of Carignan and Mourvèdre is refined to perfection. On the nose, there is a relationship between delicate berries, raspberries, blackberries, and a…
Gérard Bertrand, renowned Languedoc producer is a strong advocate of sustainable practice and biodiversity, he was one of the first to introduce biodynamic farming on a large scale in the Cigalus vineyard. This blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan is very flashy with aromas of very ripe black fruits, pepper and a woody presence. On…
Mostly made of Mourvèdre with a bit of Grenache Noir, this wine shows all the rustic potential of this varietal. Spicy with earthy accents, leather and licorice are closely linked to its red fruit core & dense Morello cherry character. The tannins are strong and give a lot of texture on the palate as well…
On the Côte Vermeille, in the village of Banyuls sur Mer, Clos Saint-Sébastien was founded in 2008 by the association of Jacques Piriou and the oenologist Romuald Peronne. This wine has an attractive and vibrant bouquet of kiwi, lime, tomatillo and white peaches. It has an aromatic finesse, a soft texture and a light acidity….