Les Armières highlights and embodies the identity of the Domaine de la Garance terroir. Carignan, the predominant grape variety in this cuvée, is well suited to the soil, grown on old vines with a very low yield of 18 hl/ha. There is fruit, good acidity, substance and the desire to make a very great red wine. A pure product of the Languedoc, full of authenticity!
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Eye
Deep purple color
Nose
Aromas of red fruits: blackcurrant buds, garrigue with a hint of fresh mint
Mouth
Nice balance between acidity, fruit, and body, with fine tannins.
Serve
Decant at 14-16°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with pepper-crusted duck breast, beef stew with porcini mushrooms...
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated 15.5/20 (2016 vintage) (Good wine)
Rated estate (2019 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
After a period as a cooperative, Pierre Quinonero and Murielle Clavier bottled their first vintage in 1998. Located at the foot of the village of Caux, the vineyard includes old Carignan vines and ancient Ugni and Clairette vines, some of which are over a hundred years old. The Grenache and Syrah vines that have been replanted are the result of mass selection. In the cellar built with friends, the option of whole harvest with long maceration produces a red wine, Les Armières (90% Carignan), with solid acidity and tannins refined in concrete vats and wooden casks. Refusing to take the easy route, the small production of white wine is aged for a long time and is highly original. The demanding style sometimes makes the wines difficult for novices to appreciate.
Customer rating
3.2/5
based on 6 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. JACQUES R. Published on 12/11/2022
Certainly a youthful flaw, to be reviewed. As it stands, it lacks substance and depth. Reviewed earlier this week and still disappointing. Acidic and alcoholic sensation.
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Review and opinion by Ms. VERONIQUE P. Published on 04/15/2022
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Note and opinion by Mr. MARCEL W. Published on 12/12/2021
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Review and opinion by Mr. ANTOINE B. Published on 01/22/2021
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Note and opinion by Mr. PIERRE-THOMAS G. Published on October 5, 2020
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