Organic Merlot Grenache Le Bourdon Rouge 2021

Country
France
Region
Languedoc
Producer
Domaine Auriol
Grape(s)
Grenache Noir (60%)
Merlot (40%)
Type
Red
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Light bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
12.5%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
Organic
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

The Languedoc is a vast region stretching across much of the south and Mediterranean with large volume of IGP wine within the distinct areas of l`Aude, Gard and Hérault and also well known appellations such as Minervois, Corbières, Pic Saint Loup and Fitou. It’s history dates back to the Greeks and Romans as well as monastaries in the Middle Ages. The Languedoc experiences Mediterranean climate with high levels of sunshine and warmth with low rainfall which are all favourable for grape growing. A wide range of grape varieties are grown including Syrah, Grenache and Carignan and the local variety piquepoul making a range of styles of red, white and rosé wines.

Producer

Domaine Auriol was founded by Claude Vialade who is the daughter of the visionary winemaker Jean Vialade, who led the way in organic farming in the 1970s during his tenure at co-operative Ribaute Winery becoming the first in Europe to switch entirely to organic. Claude follows her fathers footsteps and is devoted to farm the vineyards in the most respectful way to the environment. In the 90s she formed Domaine Auriol which originated at the roots of the Alaric Mountains in Corbieres but now they have extended their project and hold 1500 hectares across the South of France.
Tasting Notes
This wine is a blend of Merlot and Grenache Noir. The vines for this wine are located along the Mediterranean coastline where the soils are formed mainly of alluvial deposits and also clay-limestone. Destemming and cold soaking develops the bright red fruit aromas in the wine. This wine is fermented again at lower temperatures to give freshness. On the nose there are notes of fresh strawberries and raspberries, with a violet floral character. The palate is very supple with fine tannins and flavours of soft red plums, chocolate and a hint of herbal spices which linger.
Food
An easy drinking wine, perfect with tomato based pasta dishes, casseroles or pizza.