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Calmel & Joseph - Terroirs - Old Carignan 2015

Calmel & Joseph - Terroirs - Vieux Carignan 2015

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3.1/5 (8 customers)

17/20

Jancis Robinson

With a hint of pepper on the nose, Calmel & Joseph’s Vieux Carignan offers a lovely suppleness on the palate. With notes of ripe black fruit and garrigue typical of the variety, it delivers a rich, indulgent taste. Made from century-old Carignan vines, it offers excellent value for money.

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Estate

Calmel & Joseph

Vintage

Les Terroirs - Vieux Carignan

Vintage

2015

Designation

IGP Côtes du Brian

Region

Languedoc

Grape varieties

100% Carignan

Terroirs

a small plot of vines planted in 1890 on clay-limestone soils

Viticulture

traditional and meticulous

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

Destemming. Alcoholic fermentation lasted 20 days at a temperature between 25°C and 30°C. A vigorous, aerated pump-over was performed midway through alcoholic fermentation. Other pump-overs were very light, lasting only 5 minutes each day. Total vatting time was 30 days.

Livestock farming

12 months in the tank

Alcohol content

14.5%

Eye

deep red dress

Nose

aromas of plum, garrigue, and spices

Palate

Round, with supple tannins and a smooth texture. A beautiful balance between acidity and the intensity of the aromas.

Serve

at 16-18°C

Drink from

2017

Drink before

2020

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

will be served with a beef steak with pepper sauce, a dark chocolate cake...

More information at Calmel & Joseph

More information at IGP Côtes du Brian

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About the estate:

The perfect choice for those who want to discover fine Languedoc wines that remain true to their terroir. Jérôme Joseph and Laurent Calmel are wine merchants without their own cellars. They age their selected vintages at the winemakers’ estates from whom they purchase them, preserving the original flavors and terroirs. A wide, delightful selection featuring many excellent wines and a few stunning surprises.

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About the estate:

Laurent Calmel, an oenologist, teamed up with Jérôme Joseph to found a wine merchant firm in 1995 specializing in regional wines from the Languedoc-Roussillon. The duo launched their own label in 2007. They select the vineyards, vinify the grapes, and age the wines.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

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Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Wine rated (2017 guide) 17/20

Rated: Recommended

Customer rating

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3.1/5

based on 8 reviews

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Review by Mr. EMMANUEL L. Published on April 23, 2018

A very subtle attack, with a full-bodied finish. Very pleasant with a mildly spicy dish

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Review by Mr. JEROME C. Posted on 06/30/2017

A very good wine, a typical Carignan

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Review by Mr. DAVID S. Posted on May 16, 2017

A good, easy-drinking wine. Fruity, best served slightly chilled.

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Review by Mr. FRANCOIS R. Posted on May 8, 2017

young wine, table wine.

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Review by Mr. ALAIN M. Posted on March 13, 2022

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