The Tour of the Grand Dukes

8,50 euros

The Tour of the Grand Dukes

8,50 euros

Delivery between 3 and 6

Description

🍷 La Tournée des Grands Ducs – Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert Red

IGP Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert: an organic red from Languedoc, fruity and delicious

La Tournée des Grands Ducs Rouge, produced by Vignobles des Trois Châteaux, is an organic red wine from the IGP Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, in Languedoc. This Protected Geographical Indication stretches across a Mediterranean environment characterized by abundant sunshine and the influence of the surrounding terrain.

This vintage stands out for its fruity expression and notes of blackcurrant and garrigue. Its delicious palate, very soft tannins, and elegant finish make it a convivial wine, easy to pair with simple, generous cuisine.

Offered in an accessible and expressive style, this Languedoc red pairs just as well with roasted meats as it does with poultry, mixed salads, and soft cheeses. It will appeal to lovers of southern wines who are looking for fruit, suppleness, and a tasting experience without excessive power.


🔍 Main characteristics:

  • Name: La Tournée des Grands Ducs Rouge

  • Appellation: IGP Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert

  • Producer: Vignobles des Trois Châteaux

  • Wine region: Languedoc-Roussillon

  • Country: France

  • Color: Red wine

  • Type: Dry red wine

  • Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon and Cinsault

  • Alcohol content: 13.5% vol.

  • Volume: 75 cl

  • Label: Organic farming, according to the distributor’s datasheet

  • Vinification: Destemming, crushing, and traditional vinification with a vatting period of about 15 days at controlled temperatures.

  • Style: Fruity, delicious, and supple, with soft tannins.


👁️ Wine characteristics:

• Vintage: 2024

• Appearance: Light and bright red.

• Nose: An elegant and complex bouquet dominated by notes of blackcurrant, accompanied by nuances of garrigue that evoke the Mediterranean character of the Languedoc.

• Palate: Expressive and fruity, it stands out for its delicious texture and roundness. The very soft tannins accompany the fruit aromas through to an elegant and persistent finish.

• Style: An accessible and generous Languedoc red wine, prioritizing fruit, suppleness, and deliciousness.


🍽️ Food pairings:

La Tournée des Grands Ducs Rouge is an ideal match for:

  • Roasted meats: Roast pork, roast beef, or herb-roasted chicken.

  • Poultry: Farm-raised chicken, guinea fowl with jus, or roast turkey.

  • Grilled dishes: Meat skewers, grilled sausages, or chops.

  • Mixed salads: Grilled vegetable salad, tomatoes, olives, and charcuterie.

  • Mediterranean cuisine: Vegetable tian, stuffed vegetables, or Provençal-style stir-fry.

  • Cheeses: Brie, Camembert, or other soft-ripened cheeses.

Our suggestion: Serve this wine with herb-roasted chicken and oven-baked potatoes. The notes of blackcurrant and garrigue pair pleasantly with the grilled flavors of the poultry and the aromas of the herbs.


🕰️ Tasting and storage advice:

  • Serving temperature: 16 °C.

  • Preparation: Open the bottle a few minutes before serving to allow the aromas to express themselves.

  • Aging potential: Preferably drink within 2 years, according to the distributor's guidelines.

  • Storage: Keep the bottle away from light, in a cool place with a stable temperature.


🌿 Terroir and vinification:

The IGP Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert is located in the Languedoc, northwest of Montpellier, in a Mediterranean environment influenced by the reliefs and the foothills of the Cévennes. The region’s soils particularly feature pebbles and clay-limestone formations, which contribute to the expression of the wines.

The 2024 La Tournée des Grands Ducs Rouge vintage is listed by the distributor as a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cinsault. Cabernet Sauvignon generally provides structure and fruity intensity, while Cinsault contributes to the suppleness and aromatic expression.

Vinification is traditional, with destemming, crushing, and a vatting period of about 15 days at a controlled temperature of around 23 °C. This method aims to extract aromas and color while preserving the fruity character and the softness of the tannins.

The wine is marketed as organic by the distributor. Vignobles des Trois Châteaux offers a range of wines from the Languedoc, showcasing various expressions of regional grape varieties and terroirs.


🍷 Why choose La Tournée des Grands Ducs Rouge?

  • An organic red wine from the IGP Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert.

  • A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cinsault.

  • Aromas of blackcurrant and garrigue.

  • A fruity, delicious palate with very soft tannins.

  • An accessible serving temperature of around 16 °C.

  • Easy pairings with roasted meats, poultry, and soft cheeses.

La Tournée des Grands Ducs Rouge is an interesting option for lovers of Languedoc wines who are looking for a fruity, supple, and convivial bottle. Its delicious profile makes it a suitable companion for meals with friends, grilled dishes, and simple, flavorful Mediterranean cuisine.


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