Notes: RVF 16,5/20, Bettane & Desseauve 16/20
“The mineral character is pronounced in this very straightforward cuvée, which is warm despite this not being the defining trait of the vintage. The overall impression is precise, long, and refined. ” (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2011 - Bettane & Desseauve). Undoubtedly a great wine! (Note: limited quantities, as only 4,000 bottles were produced!)
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Eye
dark, deep color
Nose
a fruity and spicy aroma reminiscent of the scents of the South
Palate
Dense, deep, and fruity, with lovely freshness and a solid tannic structure, offering a perfect balance between fruit and freshness. A fresh, silky, and deep wine
Serve
decant at 16°-17°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2010
High point
2013
Drink before
2018
Food and wine pairings
Il se livrera après aération sur une fricassée aux cèpes et au pata negra, une côte de veau au parmesan ou un tajine d’agneau au miel et aux dattes<font/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
Julien Zernott and Delphine Rousseau acquired this vineyard in 2002; it is laid out in terraces surrounded by dry stone walls. Perched at an altitude of 350 meters across some twenty hectares at the foot of the Larzac plateau, the vines are cultivated organically, bathed in a cool, windy microclimate and benefiting from the limestone scree terroir of the Causse and the area’s rich biodiversity. The common thread here is freshness, made possible by the vineyard’s altitude; it is found in every cuvée, without exception, making this an exceptional estate among the Terrasses du Larzac that strikes the perfect balance between freshness and structure. This estate is a sure bet and a must-visit; we have no regrets about the third star recently awarded and see constant improvements even in the entry-level wines.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Rated Category: Recommended (Recommended)
About the estate:
The Domaine du Pas de l’Escalette has 20 hectares of biodynamic vineyards, planted on terraces bordered by dry stone walls known as “clapas.” It is perched at an altitude of 350 meters in the foothills of the Larzac. Julien Zernott and Delphine Rousseau settled there in 2003. Drawing on the rich biodiversity of the surrounding area and using exclusively organic products, they cultivate the vineyard using methods that respect nature.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Located in the northwest of the Terrasses du Larzac, in the beautiful region of Pégairolles de l'Escale and Lauroux, this 20-hectare estate is owned by Julien and Delphine Zernott, who have been based here since 2003. The vineyard comprises some fifty terraces on limestone scree, with a high proportion of very old vines. This terroir is in good hands with this talented and determined couple. While the whites confirm their great elegance, the entire range of reds presented this year is of the highest caliber—graceful, with exemplary management of texture and aging.
Customer rating
3/5
based on 1 review
Review by Ms. ANNE S. Posted on 12/03/2023
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