Cairanne Haut-Coustias Oratoire Saint-Martin - Frédéric et François Alary 2014
14%
1.5L
Intensity
This cuvée, made primarily with Mourvèdre, is a great success and an excellently balanced.
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Cairanne Haut-Coustias Oratoire Saint-Martin - Frédéric et François Alary 2014
The wine
Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache come from very old vines (70 years old) grown in an organic and biodynamic manner on clay and chalk-rich soils. The grapes are harvested manually with sorting and destemming of the grapes. The wine is aged for two years in foudres and is bottled without fining or filtration. The wine should be enjoyed at 15-16 °C and can be kept for six to eight years. On the nose, there is a bouquet of ripe fruit, violet and nutmeg. The palate offers surprising flavours which oscillate between spices, pepper and roasting aromas. A lovely wine to enjoy with lamb chops with aromatic herbs.
About the Producer Oratoire Saint-Martin
Frédéric and François Alary have been in charge of Domaine de l’Oratoire Daint-Martin since 1984 and represent the 10th generation of winemakers at the head of this vineyard! The great majority of this domaine is located to the north east of the Cairanne commune at around 200 metres altitude on a steep hill in an area known locally as “the mountain”. The domaine is certified biodynamic, yields are low and grapes are picked at optimum maturity. Elevage takes place in concrete vats, demi-muids or foudres. This producer is regarded as one of the best in Cairanne (along with domaine Richaud) and deserves its reputation as a reference!
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 2 bottles
Level: 2 NormalObservations: 2 Highly worn labels, 2 Stained labelsOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 14 %
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Cairanne
Owner: Oratoire Saint-Martin - Frédéric et François Alary
Vintage: 2014
Colour: red
Peak drinking window: drink until 2029
Service temperature: 15°
Size (in ha): 25 hectares
Intensity: classic
Leading aroma: spice
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine