L’Oustalet Rouge

TASTING NOTES

This wine presents a beautiful dark red colour. Fresh nose with discreet notes of black fruit (Blackcurrant), light ageing notes and spices. On the palate, this wine shows a beautiful balance, with beautiful silky tannins, and a rich and aromatic finish (blueberries and cherries). This wine must be decanted before serving.

PAIRING

Asian-Spiced Pork, Pizza, Spiced Vietnamese food ( Stewed Beef with Green Pepper), Grilled Pork / Chicken “bánh mì”, Egg rolls

 

Appellation Southern Rhône Valley, France
Color Red
Grape Varieties Grenache, Syrah
ABV (Alcohol By Volume) 13%
Bottle Size  75cl
Type of Soil As we elaborate our Rhône Valley Crus, some of the wines do not go into the final blend. They will therefore be used in L’Oustalet. They come from all southern Rhône Valley terroirs and each one contributes with its own characteristics to this wine.
Vinification Hand picked, sorting of the harvest. Vinification in stainless steel during 8 days. Free-run wine is taken off. Pressurization. Blending of the different varieties after malolactic fermentation, ageing in stainless steel tanks. Bottling 6 months after harvest.