Domaine La Bastide - Syrah Vieilles Vignes Les Genêts 2013

Name: Domaine La Bastide - Syrah Old Vines Les Genêts 2013
Brand: Château La Bastide
Rating: 3.1 (11 reviews)

IGP Aude Hauterive|Red wine

3.1/5 (11 customers)

This Syrah from old vines is a true delight. Aromas of ripe black fruit and smoky notes dance in the glass. On the palate, it offers fruitiness and a silky texture, enlivened by a lovely acidity. The finish is subtly mineral, and the length is pleasing. A wonderful discovery!

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Estate

Château La Bastide

Vintage

Syrah Les Genêts

Vintage

2013

Designation

IGP Aude Hauterive

Region

Languedoc

Grape varieties

100% Syrah

Terroirs

clay-limestone molasse soils with fine gravel of alluvial origin

Viticulture

traditional and meticulous

Grape Harvest

at peak ripeness

Winemaking

Pre-fermentation maceration for 12 to 15 days. Slow fermentation. Short post-fermentation maceration.

Livestock farming

4 months on the lees

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

ruby-red dress

Nose

aromas of ripe dark fruits. Smoky notes

Palate

Silky texture. Nice acidity. Mineral notes on the finish.

Serve

at 16-18°C

Drink from

2016

Drink before

2019

Food and wine pairings

pairs perfectly with dishes served in sauce (stew, gardianne...)

More information at Château La Bastide

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Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)

About the estate:

Located northwest of Lézignan-Corbières, this vast estate (180 hectares) focuses on exports and was acquired in 1987 by Anne-Marie and Guilhem Durand. A pioneer in Languedoc-Roussillon. In 2015, it became the first estate in Languedoc to be acquired by a Chinese group, the importer BHC International Wine Assets Management. Located near the Minervois, the vineyard is situated on an ancient terrace of the Aude region, rich in rounded pebbles.

Customer rating

3.1/5

based on 11 reviews