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Domaine Alain Chabanon Petit Merle aux Alouettes 2016

IGP Pays d'Oc|Red wine|Organic

4/5 (5 customers)

15/20

RVF

15,5/20

Bettane & Desseauve

Le Petit Merle aux Alouettes surprises with its intensity and depth. On the palate, its notes of garrigue and spices transport you, with a long, silky finish. A little gem in a bottle!

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Estate

Domaine Alain Chabanon

Vintage

Petit Merle aux Alouettes

Vintage

2016

Designation

IGP Pays d'Oc

Region

Languedoc

Grape Varieties

Syrah, Merlot

Regions

Poor, stony soils of the clay-limestone type

Viticulture

Certified Biodynamic

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Traditional winemaking involving alternating punching down and pumping over, with a 5-week maceration period

Livestock Farming

10 months in stainless steel tanks

Alcohol content

13,5%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Ruby with purplish hues

Nose

Intense aromas of red berries, licorice, and Mediterranean scrub

Palate

Full-bodied and rich, with notes of garrigue and pepper

Serve

At 15-17°C

Open

At least 2 hours before

Drink starting at

2018

Drink before

2023

Food and Wine Pairings

It will be served with a sauté of kid goat with fresh vegetables, Provençal-style rabbit crépinettes, and confit pork belly...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated (2018 guide) 15,5/20 (Very good wine)

Winery rated 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable production that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))

About the estate:

Alain Chabanon, who settled in Montpeyroux in 1992 after working at Château Montus and in Corsica, also cultivates vineyards in Jonquières, Saint-André, Lagamas, and Saint-Saturnin. A pioneer in organic winemaking, Alain is one of the most refined and fascinating winemakers. While some of his vintages were occasionally the subject of debate in the past, magnificent new facilities have enabled him to take a significant step forward. The aging profiles, which were previously quite noticeable, will evolve significantly with the shift to large oak vats instead of barrels. Concrete “eggs” used for the Mourvèdre grapes have added a touch of freshness. A bit more body in the wines would allow the estate to compete in a higher league.

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated Estate: Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

The son of teachers and a winemaking engineer, Alain Chabanon acquired vineyards in 1992 in Montpeyroux and the surrounding villages. He built his winery in the middle of his vineyard (17 ha), which is cultivated using organic methods (certified in 2002) and biodynamic practices (2011).

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2018 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)

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:

Alain Chabanon settled on the outskirts of Montpeyroux in 1992 after learning the trade from Alain Brumont in Madiran and Count Peraldi on the “Isle of Beauty.” A dedicated and inspired winemaker, he quickly distinguished himself through hard work in the vineyard and bold decisions regarding viticultural practices, blends, and aging methods. Patience is key for these unpretentious, highly textured wines, which are aged in stainless steel, concrete eggs, or large oak casks and bottled late, once they have mellowed. The overall impression is balanced and precise, with exemplary management of terroir expression and ripeness. We commend the work that has gone into these wines and the distinct personality of each one.

Customer Rating

4/5

based on 5 reviews