“La Calade? That’s the name given in the South to a sloping, cobblestone street—like the one Jacques Bilhac used to walk down on his way to school. It has earned him a second Favorite the one he received for the 2015 vintage. Don’t be put off by the reserved nose, with notes of blackcurrant and licorice: the fruit and garrigue come to the fore in an intense, refined, caressing, and fresh palate, supported by firm, finely sculpted tannins. Classy and with excellent aging potential.”(Le Guide Hachette 2023)
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Nose
Fruity notes of blackcurrant and licorice, with floral and Mediterranean scrub notes
Palate
Elegant and refined, with firm tannins and good 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 served in sauce, cheese...
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2023 guide) 3*Top Pick (Exceptional wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the wine:
La Calade? That’s the name given in the South to a sloping, cobblestone street—like the one Jacques Bilhac used to walk down on his way to school. It has earned him a second Favorite the one he received for the 2015 vintage. Don’t be put off by the reserved nose, with notes of blackcurrant and licorice: the fruit and garrigue come to the fore in an intense, refined, caressing, and fresh palate, supported by firm, finely sculpted tannins. Classy and with excellent aging potential.
About the estate:
Coming from a long line of winemakers, Jacques Bilhac—joined in 2003 by his brother Alex—oversees 30 hectares of vineyards, most of whose grapes he supplies 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 by Mr. FABIEN L. Posted on August 31, 2025
14.5 euros for a wine that, while not the finest in the world, is full-bodied, rich, and flawless. A must-try!
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Review by Mr. Gilles D. Published on February 10, 2023
Discovered at the Vinisud trade show, this wine won me over. It opens with a fresh, extremely refined attack that gives way to a full-bodied depth, subtly balancing vibrant, ripe red fruit (cherry, raspberry, strawberry) with notes of bay leaf and spices. The supple, silky texture envelops the palate with a gentle warmth and lingers with a precise, persistent finish with a hint of pepper. A generous, very Mediterranean harmony, with a bright future and a reasonable price. This graceful cuvée found its perfect match alongside headless quail bathed in their tomato-basil sauce and al dente penne. Rating = 4.2.
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Review by Mr. JEAN MARC B. Published on 11/17/2025
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Review by Mr. VINCENT D. Posted on June 16, 2023
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