Jean Pla La Passion Blanc VdP des Côtes Catalanes 2010
The Côtes Catalanes are located close to Barcelona, but on the French side of the border. In Tautavel, the white Grenache develops all its aromas; you will smell the Mediterranean garrigue.
Tasting Notes: Golden color. Fruity and round. Pairing: Easy to drink, it pairs well with starters and fish, or simply enjoy it on its own for a relaxed moment. Color: white Varietal: Grenache Blanche Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: VdP des Côtes Catalanes Producer Website:http://www.jeanplaselection.com
Luc is fortunate in having his vineyard in the greatest part of this region, which combines the advantages of the Mediterranean and Atlantic climates near the Pyrenean mountains.
Tasting Notes: Pale straw color with golden tints. Complex bouquet reminiscent of almonds, peach and acacia. Harmonious palate with fine nervosity and a fresh, fruity finish. Pairing: As an aperitif; ideal with seafood and snails. Color: white Varietal: Chardonnay Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
A very small part is aged in barrels (20%) and the rest in stainless-steel vats to enhance the fruitiness.
Tasting Notes: An excellent balance of softness and acidity on the palate. Pairing: Excellent on its own, it can also be drunk with crustaceans, shellfish and white grilled fish. Color: white Varietal: Viognier Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
The Luc Pirlet estate is located in the Languedoc Roussillon, the largest wine-producing region in France.
Tasting Notes: Hints of citrus with blackcurrant, gooseberries and a hint of Muscat. Lively and fresh. Pairing: Enjoy it as an aperitif; ideal with grilled fish and shellfish. Color: white Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
Cave des Vignerons de Tavel Les Acanthes Merlot Vin de Pays d'Oc 2011
The Cave des Vignerons de Tavel is in the purest Provençal style. It was built in 1937 when Tavel wines were labeled AOC. It is to date the only winery to be opened by a President of the Republic – Albert Lebrun in 1938. Cave de Tavel produces half of the Tavel AOC wines, as well as Lirac, Côtes-du-Rhône Villages and Côtes-du-Rhône. There are 140 producers, all involved in the day-to-day life of the winery and they have their say in the investment decisions for making wines which frequently win medals and are regularly mentioned in wine guides.
Tasting Notes: Eye: deep color of red cherry. Nose: pepper and spice. Mouth: warm with flavors of cherry. Pairing: Enjoyable as an aperitif, with grilled meat, charcuterie and cheese. This pleasure wine will be appreciated with friends. Color: red Varietal: Merlot Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Vin de Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.cavedetavel.com/
Jean Pla La Passion Grenache VdP des Côtes Catalanes 2010
From 40 to 90 year old vines
Tasting Notes: Gourmand and deep wine, which expresses the strength of the Fenouillèdes climate. Long, with good aging ability Pairing: Perfect with barbecue, stew and cheese. Color: red Varietal: Grenache Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: VdP des Côtes Catalanes Producer Website:http://www.jeanplaselection.com
Jean Pla La Passion Syrah VdP des Côtes Catalanes 2010
The Syrah varietal on the Tautavel soil shows the best expression of fruit on a clay and limestone terroir.
Tasting Notes: Round, gourmand and aromatic, with a fresh and fruity nose. Pairing: Perfect with tapas, barbecues and roasted meat, as well as summer vegetables. Color: red Varietal: Syrah Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: VdP des Côtes Catalanes Producer Website:http://www.jeanplaselection.com
The wines produced have the fruitiness given by the south-facing Mediterranean hills, and a good level of acidity due to the high altitude of the hills on the Atlantic side.
Tasting Notes: Intense medium ruby color. Bouquet of blackcurrant, liquorice and cherries. Rich and vinous palate. Pairing: Local dishes, grilled food, and moderately flavored cheeses. Color: red Varietal: Pinot Noir Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
Made from 20 to 30 year old vines; partially aged in oak.
Tasting Notes: Very dark in color. Nose of blackcurrant and blueberry with a hint of green pepper. Medium-bodied with finely balanced tannins. Pairing: Barbecues, steaks, Mexican dishes and lamb chops. Color: red Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
Aged 50% in new oak barrels and 50% in used barrels. Some of these are American oak.
Tasting Notes: Lots of strong fresh fruit on the palate, masterfully blended to create a balance and delicacy unusual in a wine at this price. Plenty of ripe plum and soft fleshy fruit. Medium-bodied. Pairing: On its own, but goes well with grilled poultry, pasta dishes and veal. Perfect for parties. Color: red Varietal: Merlot Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
Made from 15-20 year old vines; partially aged in oak.
Tasting Notes: This medium-colored fruity Pinot Noir has aromas of fresh cherry and vanilla. Smooth texture with well-integrated oak flavors. A very elegant, well-made wine. It is hard to find a Pinot Noir of such quality at this price. Pairing: Roast chicken with herbs, grilled vegetables and pork filet. Color: red Varietal: Pinot Noir Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
From vineyards located between the villages of Carcassonne and Limoux, near the Pyrenean mountains, not far from the Spanish border. 100% Syrah, aged 50% in new oak barrels and 50% in used barrels
Tasting Notes: Nice and dark in color, this Syrah reveals layers of sweet blackberry and notes of blackcurrant with a hint of liquorice. Ample and powerful, this medium-bodied wine combines fruitiness and a long finish. Pairing: With grilled red meats, grilled lamb with spice, ripe cheeses. Color: red Varietal: Syrah Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pays d'Oc Producer Website:http://www.lucpirlet.com/
Tasting Notes: Friendly, with open, flowery nose (violet) and cherry, plum. Elegant, velvety on the palate, with silky tannins, black fruits and notes of garrigue. Pairing: With starters, white meat, Mediterranean cooking, tomato and mozzarella in olive oil, with herbs, Basque-style chicken, quail with olives. Color: red Varietal: 50% Syrah, 50% Grenache Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pic Saint-Loup Coteaux du Languedoc Producer Website:http://www.masfoulaquier.com/index_gb.php
Mas Foulaquier Les Calades Pic Saint-Loup Coteaux du Languedoc 2006
Mas Foulaquier was named an OUTSTANDING Languedoc producer by Robert Parker. A ‘calade’ is an area paved with limestone, like the 8 hectare plot of vines of Foulaquier. Limestone gives the wine its freshness, its mineral edge and its complexity. The property’s top wine has been christened ‘Les Calades’ in homage to this superb terroir. Aged for 24 months, half in concrete tanks, half in oak casks.
Tasting Notes: Intense nose with black cherries. Pleasant on the palate, velvety, soft, silky tannins, black fruits and spices. Long. Pairing: Asian food, rib of beef, Mediterranean cooking: grilled meat, lamb, beef, grilled vegetables with olive oil, tomatoes, with rosmary and thyme spices. Color: red Varietal: 55% Syrah, 45% Grenache Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pic Saint-Loup Coteaux du Languedoc Producer Website:http://www.masfoulaquier.com/index_gb.php
Mas Foulaquier Les Tonillières Pic Saint-Loup Coteaux du Languedoc
The estate is certified organic by Ecocert and biodynamic by Demeter. Named after the plot of land where the vines are planted. Aged for 7 months in concrete tanks.
Tasting Notes: Fresh and fruity wine with notes of gooseberry, supported by peppery spices. Medium to full-bodied. Pairing: Perfect for simple food but lifts dishes seasoned with aromatic herbs. Color: red Varietal: old vines Carignan, old vines Grenache Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Pic Saint-Loup Coteaux du Languedoc Producer Website:http://www.masfoulaquier.com/index_gb.php
