Domaine Les Evigneaux, Rasteau 2019
Domaine Les Evigneaux, Rasteau 2019
Price: 13,33€
DESCRIPTION
The Évigneaux is made with a Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault blend. The Syrah vineyards are planted in the south of the appellation, where they benefit from the sun and the heat to reach the ideal ripeness. The Grenache vines are found in the north of this geographical zone, where the cool climate produces aromatic grapes. The bouquet is filled with blackcurrant, raspberry and vanilla extract. The palate is fleshy, meaty, which intensifies the long finish. The tannins are robust and integrate nicely, but would probably benefit from ageing 3-5 years in order to deliver their full potential. This wine pairs nicely with duck, an oven roasted leg of lamb, or lentils.
REGION
Rhône
France
A historic cradle of French winemaking, the Rhône stretches from Lyon to Provence and is home to over 5,000 estates. In the north, steep slopes produce Syrah of rare intensity (Côte Rôtie, Hermitage) and exceptional whites such as Condrieu, made from Viognier. Further south, the diversity of terroirs (rounded pebbles, sand, slopes) gives powerful, generous reds (Châteauneuf du Pape, Gigondas) based on Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah. A great place for gastronomy, the region offers endless unforgettable food and wine pairings.
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I found the typicity of Rasteau: generous, a bit wild, but balanced.