Description
🍷 Orca – Marrenon | AOP Ventoux
The Ventoux of great years, from very old Grenache vines
Orca is not a cuvée produced every year. Marrenon reserves it for vintages deemed of sufficient quality to express the full potential of its old Grenache vines. This selection gives rise to a red wine of character, marked by sour cherry, blackcurrant and raspberry, with nuances of blonde tobacco and sweet spices. Its aging in French barriques complements its rich texture and smooth tannins, while the finish reveals notes of garrigue and roasting. A gourmet cuvée for lovers of deep reds seeking a bottle crafted down to the smallest detail.
🔍 Main characteristics:
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Name: Orca
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Producer: Marrenon
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Appellation: AOP Ventoux
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Vintage: 2023
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Wine region: Southern Rhône Valley
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Country: France
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Color: Red
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Grape varieties: 90% Grenache noir, 10% Syrah
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Alcohol content: 15%
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Terroir: Very stony clay-gravel plots, south-facing on Mont Ventoux
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Yield: Approximately 28 hl/ha
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Vinification: Temperature-controlled fermentation, 20 to 30 days of maceration with gentle extractions
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Aging: In French oak barriques
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Volume: 75 cl
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Allergens: Contains sulfites
👁️ Wine profile:
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Appearance: Deep and intense red.
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Nose: A ripe bouquet centered on sour cherry, blackcurrant and raspberry, accompanied by blonde tobacco and sweet spices.
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Palate: A rich and structured texture, supported by smooth, woody tannins. The wine retains a lovely freshness despite the ripeness of the fruit.
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Finish: Long and complex, with nuances of garrigue and roasting.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Orca deserves cuisine worthy of its structure and aromatic depth:
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Roast duck breast
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Slow-cooked lamb shoulder
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Daube of game
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Aged beef ribeye
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Spiced lamb tagine
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Intense dark chocolate for a bolder pairing
Our suggestion: Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with rosemary and garlic for several hours. The richness of the dish complements the wine's structure and brings out its spicy nuances.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
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Serving temperature: Around 17°C.
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Preparation: Decant approximately 3 hours before tasting, according to the producer's recommendations.
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Storage: Aging potential of 10 to 15 years.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
Orca comes from the southern slopes of Mont Ventoux, on particularly stony clay-gravel plots. Cool nights and the temperature difference between day and night promote the gradual ripening of the grapes.
The Grenache grapes, harvested very late in mid-October, come mainly from very old vines trained to low yields. After a long maceration of 20 to 30 days, the wine is aged in French barriques.
Marrenon thus seeks a silky structure and a deep aromatic expression without losing the identity of Grenache.
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XVIII Saint Luke
8,50 euros
🍇 XVIII Saint Luc – White Wine
IGP Côtes de Gascogne: a fresh, fruity white wine that brings people together
A convivial white wine to open without waiting for a special occasion. With its notes of citrus and exotic fruits, XVIII Saint Luc adds a touch of freshness to aperitifs and sunny meals alike. Its blend of Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Gros Manseng offers an expressive aromatic profile, ideal for sharing a simple, delicious moment.
🔍 Key features:
Appellation: IGP Côtes de Gascogne
Producer / brand: Saint Luc
Grape varieties: Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Gros Manseng
Alcohol content: 11% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
Wine region: Gascogne, Southwest France
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Vintage: 2024
Appearance: Pale yellow with green highlights.
Nose: Citrus, exotic fruits and floral notes.
Palate: Lively and fruity, with a pleasant freshness.
Finish: Refreshing, with fruity aromas.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
For an aperitif: Fresh toast and fish rillettes.
Seafood: Prawns and shellfish.
Fish: Grilled sea bream or fish en papillote.
Salads: Summer salad with prawns.
Cheese: Fresh goat cheese and feta.
Our suggestion: lime ceviche with sea bass. The citrus in the dish echoes the wine's aromatic profile for a fresh, invigorating pairing.
🕰️ Tasting and storage advice:
Serving temperature: 8 to 10°C.
Preparation: Refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
Tasting: Best enjoyed while young to fully appreciate its fruity expression.
Storage: Keep away from light and heat.
🌿 Terroir and blend:
In Gascogne, white wines are renowned for their aromatic expression and freshness. XVIII Saint Luc combines three complementary grape varieties: Colombard, prized for its liveliness; Ugni Blanc, which contributes freshness; and Gros Manseng, known for its aromatic intensity. A blend designed to create an expressive white wine that is easy to enjoy.
Baron Nathaniel
29,00 euros
🍷 Baron Nathaniel – Pauillac
AOC Pauillac: the elegance of a great Bordeaux terroir in a vintage ready to enjoy today
Some bottles deserve to be appreciated for their evolution as much as for their origin. Signed by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Baron Nathaniel Pauillac expresses the identity of an iconic Médoc appellation. Its aromas of black fruit, spicy nuances, and notes of leather create a tasting profile that will appeal to lovers of bold Bordeaux wines. A wine to discover for those who appreciate bottles that have already aged for a few years.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Appellation: AOC Pauillac
Name: Baron Nathaniel
Producer: Baron Philippe de Rothschild
Wine region: Bordeaux – Médoc, Left Bank
Country: France
Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot
Alcohol content: 13% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Vintage: 2017
Color: deep ruby red with garnet highlights.
Nose: a bouquet combining blackcurrant, redcurrant and plum, accompanied by notes of leather, sweet spices and woody nuances.
Palate: a full and supple attack. The aromas of ripe fruit combine with fine and elegant tannins, supported by a balanced structure.
Finish: long-lasting and harmonious, with notes of black fruit and spices.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Baron Nathaniel naturally pairs with generous and refined cuisine:
Herb-roasted rack of lamb.
Roast beef fillet.
Bordeaux-style ribeye steak.
Braised beef cheeks with mushrooms.
Aged Comté or aged Gouda.
Our suggestion: a herb-roasted rack of lamb accompanied by melting potatoes. The structure of the Pauillac complements the richness of the meat and highlights the wine's spicy nuances.
🕰️ Tasting and storage tips:
Serving temperature: between 17 and 18°C.
Aeration: open approximately 30 minutes before serving. Taste the wine before considering decanting.
Tasting: enjoy now to appreciate its aromatic evolution and Bordeaux character.
Storage: store the bottle on its side, away from light and temperature fluctuations, in a cool and stable cellar.
🌿 Terroir and blend:
On the Left Bank of Bordeaux, Pauillac owes much of its identity to its gravel soils, which are particularly suited to growing Bordeaux grape varieties. These soils promote drainage and contribute to the expression of the appellation's red wines.
The stated blend combines Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Each of these grape varieties contributes to the wine's balance: structure, richness of fruit and aromatic complexity. A composition that follows the tradition of Médoc blends.
The Silent Goddesses Emotions
10,50 euros
🍷 Les Déesses Muettes Émotions
AOC Pic Saint-Loup: Mediterranean character in a generous, harmonious red wine
Looking for a red wine that pairs as well with a meal among friends as with fine cuisine with Southern accents? Les Déesses Muettes Émotions invites you to rediscover the pleasure of Mediterranean wines. Its blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre reveals aromas of ripe red and black fruits, enhanced by notes of spices and garrigue. On the palate, its generosity is balanced by fine tannins and a pleasant freshness. A convivial cuvée, designed for moments of sharing.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Appellation: AOC Pic Saint-Loup
Producer: Vignobles des Trois Châteaux
Grape varieties: Syrah, Grenache
Alcohol content: 13.5% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
Wine region: Languedoc, Pic Saint-Loup
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Vintage: 2025
Appearance: deep garnet red with purple highlights.
Nose: a bouquet of ripe red and black fruits, accompanied by spicy notes and garrigue.
Palate: generous and harmonious, with fine tannins and a pleasant freshness.
Finish: lingering, with notes of fruit and spices.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Les Déesses Muettes Émotions naturally pairs with generous, sun-drenched cuisine:
Grilled meats: ribeye steak or flank steak with shallots.
Lamb: roasted leg of lamb with Herbs de Provence.
Duck: duck breast with figs.
Mediterranean cuisine: stuffed vegetables or lamb tagine.
Cheese: aged sheep's milk tomme.
Our suggestion: duck breast with figs. The sweetness of the figs and the flavors of the meat pair beautifully with the ripe, spicy aromas of this cuvée.
🕰️ Tasting and storage tips:
Serving temperature: between 16 and 18°C.
Aeration: open the bottle about 30 minutes before serving.
Storage: store in a cool place, away from light and temperature fluctuations.
🌿 Terroir and blend:
North of Montpellier, the Pic Saint-Loup vineyard benefits from a Mediterranean climate tempered by the freshness of the surrounding hills. The limestone and clay-limestone soils contribute to the identity of this appellation. The blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre brings together three emblematic grape varieties of Languedoc to create a wine that combines ripe fruit, spicy nuances, and freshness.
Between Two Seas
8,50 euros
🍇 Château Landereau – Entre-Deux-Mers Blanc
AOC Entre-Deux-Mers: a fresh and aromatic Bordeaux white wine
The Château Landereau Blanc is a dry white wine from the Entre-Deux-Mers appellation d’origine contrôlée, in the heart of the Bordeaux vineyards. Situated between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, this wine-growing region is renowned for its fresh, expressive, and balanced white wines.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Château Landereau Blanc
Appellation: AOC Entre-Deux-Mers
Producer: Château Landereau – Bruno Baylet
Wine region: Bordeaux – Entre-Deux-Mers
Country: France
Color: White wine
Type: Dry white wine
Grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, Sémillon, and Muscadelle
Alcohol content: 12.5%
Volume: 75 cl
Style: Fresh, fruity, and aromatic
👁️ Wine characteristics:
• Vintage: 2024
• Appearance: Bright pale yellow with delicate greenish highlights.
• Nose: An expressive bouquet dominated by citrus fruits, notably lemon and grapefruit, accompanied by notes of vineyard peach and floral nuances.
• Palate: The attack is fresh and lively. The aromas of citrus fruits and white-fleshed fruits are clearly expressed. The palate is crisp and balanced, supported by a fine tension that prolongs the tasting experience.
• Finish: Fresh and persistent, marked by citrus fruits and a pleasant liveliness.
• Style: A dry, expressive, and balanced Bordeaux white wine that emphasizes freshness and aromatic purity.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Château Landereau Blanc pairs perfectly with:
🦪 Seafood: Oysters, shrimp, whelks, and shellfish platters.
🐟 Fish: Pollock fillet, grilled sea bream, or sole meunière.
🍣 Japanese cuisine: Sushi, sashimi, and marinated raw fish.
🥗 Fresh starters: Summer salads, fish tartare, or ceviche.
🧀 Cheese: Fresh goat cheese or young sheep’s milk cheese.
🥂 Appetizers: Fish toasts, seafood rillettes, and light bites.
Our suggestion: Serve it with a shellfish platter or a citrus fish ceviche. Its freshness and citrus notes naturally complement the briny flavors and delicacy of seafood.
🕰️ Tasting and storage tips:
Serving temperature: Between 8 and 10°C.
Preparation: Place the bottle in the refrigerator a few hours before serving and open it just before tasting.
Aging potential: Best enjoyed in its youth.
Storage: Keep the bottle away from light, in a cool place with a stable temperature.
🌿 Terroir and winemaking:
The Château Landereau vineyard is located on the slopes of Sadirac and Loupes in Entre-Deux-Mers. The soils are mainly clay-siliceous, with gravelly slopes that contribute to the diversity of the vineyard’s expressions.