Coudoulet de Beaucastel Rouge

TASTING NOTES

Tasting: Appearance: bright and lively, with great depth.

Nose: Red fruits.

Palate: Luscious, with hints of thyme.

 

PAIRING

Lamb, duck, game, chicken and rare grilled beef, roasted, braised or grilled meats, mushroom

 

 

Appellation Côtes du Rhône
Color Red
Grape Varieties 30% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, 20% Syrah, 20% Cinsault
ABV (Alcohol By Volume) 13.5-14%
Bottle Size 75cl

Type of Soil

Molasse seabed of the Miocene period covered by diluvial alpine deposits (rolled pebbles), identical to the vineyard of Châteauneuf du Pape.

Vinification

Each variety is harvested manually and separately, then sorted in the cellar. The harvest is heated to 80°C (skins) and then cooled down to 20°C. Classic maceration occurs in cement tanks for 12 days. Pressing in pneumatic presses. Blending of the different varietals after malolactic fermentation. Ageing in Oak Foudres for 6 months.