Coteaux du Languedoc de La Garance (Domaine) Les Armières 2012
13.5%
0.75L
Intensity
An aromatically powerful Rivesaltes: it is at once intense on the palate and lifted by a nice freshness. An iconic, inimitable wine!
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Coteaux du Languedoc de La Garance (Domaine) Les Armières 2012
The wine
This 100% Carignan was harvested at optimal maturity, having been farmed organically (without certification). Whole bunches undergo vinification and the wine is raised for 2 years in concrete vats and oak barrels. After aging in the cellar for around 10 years and decanting for 2 hours before serving, the wine unveils an intense purple robe, powerful aromas of red fruits lifted by touches of garrigue and mint. Works wonders with a magret de canard.
About the Producer La Garance
Pierre and Murielle Quinonero have been making critically-acclaimed wines since 1991. The vineyard is run according to organic farming principles. Located to the north-east of Pézenas (Languedoc) in the breath-taking village of Caux, the estate produces powerful, distinguished wines that reflect the huge variety of soil types (pebble, clay, limestone, basalt) used to grow the vines of Carignan, the region’s main grape variety.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 Marginally marked labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13.5 %
Region: Languedoc
Appellation: Coteaux du Languedoc
Vintage: 2012
Colour: red
Service temperature: 15°
Intensity: classic
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine