A wine with a Southern flair that showcases pure, concentrated fruit obtained through carbonic maceration of old Carignan grapes. The nose is intense and crisp, fully revealing notes of black berries, blackcurrant, cocoa, and aromatic herbs. The palate is dense, juicy, and fresh, making it instantly drinkable. A deliciously indulgent expression of Carignan—and urgently good!
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Nose
Intense notes of dark berries, blackcurrant, and cocoa, with hints of spices and aromatic herbs
Palate
A concentrated blend of pure black fruit juice and spices. Beautifully rounded, with rich tannins.
Serve
At 16°C
Drink before
2024
Food and wine pairings
Pair with hearty local dishes, Toulouse-style cuisine, red meats in sauce…
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated wine (2020 guide) 15.5/20 (2015 vintage) (Good wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This unique estate, situated in the picturesque setting of the Siran plateau, is run by Cécile Boyer-Domergue, who is always assisted by her mother, Patricia. Their wines are the result of work carried out with exemplary integrity, focused on cultivating rare or forgotten grape varieties. The fruit expression on the nose is always slightly candied, while on the palate the wines display rare elegance and great finesse of texture, particularly the pure Cinsaults. The top vintages are sold only at their peak. The estate produces a lovely dry white made from forgotten varieties: white Araignan, white and gray Riveyrenc, as well as a raisin-based wine, Erme, in the spirit of the “noble wines” once produced in the Minervois. We must commend the uniqueness and strength of this approach—both viticultural and commemorative—which serves as a vital benchmark, not only for the Minervois but for the entire Languedoc region.
Customer rating
3.6/5
based on 7 reviews
Review by Mr. ROMAIN F. Published on January 7, 2022
Favorite Southern wine lovers. Great value for the price
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Review by Mr. Gilles D. Posted on December 11, 2021
Far from the typical full-bodied, rich Minervois, this 100% Carignan "Carignanissime" is nonetheless a pleasant, easy-drinking wine, thanks to its light, airy character and its fleshy texture, which highlights a concentration of sparkling black fruits and musky notes. A short, fresh finish, spicy and with a hint of cocoa. Simple and easy to drink, it was served at 16°C with a casserole of farm-raised pork trotters in a chorizo sauce with a pinch of Espelette pepper. Rating = 2.8 because there is a plethora of wines of this type (or even better) available at lower prices from many producers in northern Aude (Domaine Cavailles, Château du Donjon, Château Mignan, Domaine du Château Sainte-Léocadie, etc.).
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Review by Mr. NICOLAS B. Posted on 10/23/2024
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Review by Ms. CHRISTINE R. Posted on 07/31/2024
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Review by Mr. ALAIN V. Published on 10/09/2022
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Review by Ms. FLORENCE L. Posted on July 13, 2022
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Review by M. SPRL D. Posted on January 25, 2022
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