La Terrasse d'Elise - IGP Hérault Les Hauts de Carol's 2022
95/100
RVF
93/100
Bettane & Desseauve
"An exceptional Cinsault, where delicacy meets absolute harmony"
Les Hauts de Carol's unveils a vibrant bouquet of red berries and rose petals, accented by fresh spices and a hint of oak. On the palate, a dazzling freshness takes center stage, carried by a beautiful balance of spice and tannins, while the finesse of the Cinsault shines in all its splendor. A true marvel!
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Eye
Vibrant ruby red
Nose
An explosion of red berry aromas, such as crushed strawberries and juicy raspberries, with notes of rose petals and sweet spices
Palate
Fresh on the palate, remarkable finesse, perfect balance, superb floral finish
Serve
At 16°-18°C
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with chicken curry, veal chops with thyme, bruschetta, red meat in a mushroom sauce, small game, grilled vegetables, or truffle Brie...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2026 guide) 93/100 (2021 vintage)
Rated estate (2026 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)
About the estate:
Since 1998, Xavier Braujou has built a fine reputation with his estate located north of Montpellier, near Aniane. Production is limited, unfortunately, but it’s one of those cherished spots that people pass along by word of mouth. You can enjoy truly great wines there, such as the three reds tasted this year. Old vines, minimal yields, and meticulous work result in single-varietal wines that rank among the very best the Languedoc has to offer.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 95/100 (2021 vintage)
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:
The son of a winemaker, Xavier Braujou has been building his estate since 1998, which is divided between Aniane and Saint-Jean-de-Fos. This solitary and determined artisan winemaker, a former lumberjack, crafts wines of great character—the result of immense effort on old goblet-trained vines with very low yields, averaging around 20 hl/ha. His guiding principle can be summed up in two words: finesse and freshness. Far from the constraints of appellation regulations, he has always produced single-varietal wines and blends his different terroirs. Extraction is very gentle, aging is prolonged, and the wines never see new oak. A hidden gem and must-visit destination, prized by discerning wine lovers and top sommeliers alike. The exceptional quality observed over several vintages leads us to award him a second star without hesitation.