Descripción
Technical Sheet: M. Chapoutier Grenache
Winery: M. Chapoutier Wine: Grenache (Varietal line, usually Pays d’Oc IGP) Region: Languedoc-Roussillon, France Grape: 100% Grenache
Vinification & Aging
- Philosophy: M. Chapoutier is a benchmark for biodynamic and organic agriculture, seeking the purest expression of the terroir and the grape.
- Process: The grapes are destemmed and fermented at controlled temperatures.
- Aging: The wine is aged exclusively in concrete or stainless steel tanks for several months. This method preserves the purity and freshness of the fruit, avoiding any influence from wood. It is an unoaked wine.
Technical Data
- Alcohol (ABV): 13.5% – 14.0% (varies by vintage)
- Serving Temperature: 15 – 16°C (59 – 61°F)
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: A deep and brilliant ruby-red color.
- Nose (Aroma): A very aromatic and generous wine. It presents intense notes of ripe red and black fruits, such as raspberry, black cherry, and blackberry. This is complemented by characteristic hints of spice (black pepper) and “garrigue” (herbs from the south of France like thyme and rosemary).
- Palate (Taste): On the palate, it is silky and medium-to-full-bodied. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated. It is a juicy and fruity wine, with a long and spicy finish that confirms the sensations from the nose.
Food Pairing
This versatile wine pairs well with:
- Grilled and roasted meats.
- Mediterranean cuisine dishes.
- Pasta with tomato-based sauces.
- Pizzas and charcuterie.
- Stews and casseroles.
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