A southern-style cuvée that expresses pure, concentrated fruit obtained through carbonic maceration of old Carignan grapes. The nose is intense and clean, fully expressing small black fruits, blackcurrant, cocoa notes, and aromatic herbs. The palate is dense, juicy, and fresh, making it instantly drinkable. The expression of Carignan in all its deliciousness and urgency!
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Nose
Intense black berries, blackcurrant and cocoa, spices, aromatic herbs
Mouth
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 gourmet regional dishes, Toulouse cuisine, red meat in sauce, etc.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rating (2020 guide) 15.5/20 (2015 vintage) (Good wine)
Rated estate (2024 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing good-quality wines; you won't be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This unique property, located in the poetic setting of the Causse de Siran, is run by Cécile Boyer-Domergue, with the continued support of her mother Patricia. Their wines are the result of exemplary integrity, focused on the cultivation of rare or forgotten grape varieties. The fruit expression on the nose is always slightly candied, while on the palate the wines display a rare elegance and great finesse of texture, particularly the pure Cinsault wines. The great vintages are only sold at their peak. The estate produces a lovely dry white wine made from forgotten varieties: Araignan Blanc, Riveyrenc Blanc and Gris, as well as a passerillé wine, Erme, in the spirit of the "noble wines" once produced in Minervois. We must applaud the uniqueness and strength of this approach, both winemaking and memorial, which offers an important benchmark not only for Minervois, but for the entire Languedoc region.
Customer rating
3.6/5
based on 7 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. ROMAIN F. Published on 01/07/2022
Favorite this southern glug-glug. Great value for money.
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Note and opinion by Mr. GILLES D. Published on 12/11/2021
Far from the classic Minervois, which is generally full-bodied and sappy, this "Carignanissime," made entirely from Carignan grapes, is nonetheless a pleasant wine to share with friends thanks to its light, airy character and fleshy texture, with a concentration of sparkling black fruits and musky notes. Short, fresh, spicy finish with a hint of cocoa. Simple and easy to drink, it accompanied a casserole of farm-raised pig's trotters with chorizo sauce and a pinch of Espelette pepper at 16°C. Rating = 2.8 because there is a plethora of this type of wine (or even better) at lower prices from many producers in the north of the Aude region (Domaine Cavailles, Château du Donjon, Château Mignan, Domaine du Château Sainte-Léocadie, etc.).
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Review and opinion by Mr. NICOLAS B. Published on 10/23/2024
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Review and opinion by Ms. CHRISTINE R. Published on 07/31/2024
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Note and opinion by Mr. ALAIN V. Published on 10/09/2022
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Review and opinion by Ms. FLORENCE L. Published on 07/13/2022
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Note and opinion by M. SPRL D. Published on January 25, 2022
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