Domaine du Pas de l'Escalette - Le Pas de D. 2012
15/20
RVF
Originally nicknamed “Mama’s Tank,” this wine is crafted by Delphine, who recreates this blend every year by combining Carignan, Cinsault, and Grenache. A red wine with beautiful fruit intensity, accompanied by subtle hints of garrigue. It offers a superb balance between finesse and freshness, with lovely bitter notes on the finish. A must-try!
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Eye
a light, shimmering garnet color
Nose
beautifully intense fruit, with hints of garrigue
Mouth
a perfect balance between finesse and freshness, with lovely bitter notes on the finish
Serve
14°F to 16°F
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2017
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with lamb navarin, pissaladière, or a vegetable tian with chorizo...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Julien Zernott and Delphine Rousseau acquired this vineyard in 2002. It is planted on terraces surrounded by dry stone walls. Perched at an altitude of 350 meters on around twenty hectares at the foot of the Larzac plateau, the vines are organically farmed, bathed in a cool, windy microclimate and benefiting from the limestone scree terroir of the Causse and all the biodiversity of the area. The common thread here is freshness, made possible by the altitude of the vineyard; it is found in all the vintages, without exception, making this an estate apart from the Larzac terraces, which 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 right from the entry level.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Domain rated Recommended (Recommended)
About the estate:
The Domaine du Pas de l'Escalette has 20 hectares of biodynamic vineyards, planted on terraces with 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 moved there in 2003. With the help of the intense biodiversity of the surrounding area and the exclusive use of organic products, they work the vineyard in a way that respects nature.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2015 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2025 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About wine:
Intense yet reserved, the 2012 Le Pas de D has a more angular profile, with an aromatic profile that remains somewhat austere.
About the estate:
Located northwest of the Terrasses du Larzac, in the beautiful area of Pégairolles de l'Escale and Lauroux, this 20-hectare estate belongs to Julien and Delphine Zernott, who have been here since 2003. The vineyard comprises around 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, all of the reds presented this year are of a very high standard, graceful, with exemplary management of texture and aging.
Customer rating
3.4/5
based on 5 reviews
Review by Mr. PHILIPPE S. Posted on April 7, 2014
This wine paired very well with a lamb tagine, but I was perhaps expecting a bit more given the price of the bottle. The main appeal of this Languedoc red is its smoothness and lightness.
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Note and opinion by Mr. JACQUILLAT MATTHIEU A. Published on 11/08/2025
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Review by Mr. CHARLES M. Posted on September 11, 2015
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Review by Mr. JENSEN P. Published on June 3, 2015
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Review by Mr. JULIEN B. Posted on March 21, 2014
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