"La Calade? The name given in the South to a sloping street paved with stones, like the one Jacques Bilhac used to take to school. It earned him a second Favorite award Favorite the one he received for the 2015 vintage. We are not bothered by the reserved nose of blackcurrant and licorice: the fruit and garrigue come to the fore in an intense, refined, caressing, fresh palate, supported by firm, finely sculpted tannins. Classy and with great prospects for cellaring. "(Le Guide Hachette 2023)
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Nose
Fruity with blackcurrant and licorice, floral and garrigue notes
Mouth
Elegant and refined, firm tannins, beautiful intensity. Peppery notes and a lingering finish.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 to 2 hours in a carafe
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with red meat, dishes with sauce, cheese, etc.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rating (2023 guide) 3*Coup de Coeur (Exceptional wine)
Rated estate (2025 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About wine:
La Calade? The name given in the South to a sloping street paved with stones, like the one Jacques Bilhac used to take to school. It earned him a second Favorite award Favorite the one he received for the 2015 vintage. We are not bothered by the reserved nose of blackcurrant and licorice: the fruit and garrigue come to the fore in an intense, refined, caressing, fresh palate, supported by firm, finely sculpted tannins. Classy and with great prospects in the cellar.
About the estate:
Coming from an old winegrowing family, Jacques Bilhac, joined in 2003 by his brother Alex, manages 30 hectares of vineyards, most of whose grapes he sends to the cooperative winery. In 2014, the brothers built their own winery and withdrew 7 hectares from the cooperative to produce their own wines.
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 13 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. FABIEN L. Published on 08/31/2025
14.5 euros for a wine that, while not the finest in the world, is full-bodied, rich, and flawless. A must!
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Note and opinion by Mr. GILLES D. Published on 02/10/2023
Discovered at the Vinisud trade show, this vintage won me over. A beautiful, fresh attack and extreme finesse give way to a deep volume, full of nuances between bright, ripe red fruit (bigarreau cherry, raspberry, strawberry) and a bouquet of laurel and spices. The supple and silky texture envelops the palate with a gentle warmth and lingers with a precise and persistent hint of pepper. A generous, very Mediterranean harmony, with a bright future and a reasonable price. This graceful cuvée is perfectly paired with headless larks bathed in tomato and basil sauce and al dente penne pasta. Rating = 4.2.
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Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN MARC B. Published on 11/17/2025
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