Château d'Oupia - Nobilis 2016

Minervois|Red wine

4.4/5 (5 customers)

2*Étoiles

Hachette

" An enchanting red blending Syrah, Carignan, and Grenache, which undergoes a very long maceration in the cellar. The nose, which takes time to open up, initially bears the mark of the barrel with its roasted and smoky notes, then gives way to aromas of black fruit, garrigue, and undergrowth. The palate impresses with its fullness and concentration, perfectly balanced by well-measured tannins that are powerful yet remarkably refined. A long finish of black fruit and spices speaks volumes about the potential of this beautiful red.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2020) Great aging potential!

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Estate

Château d'Oupia

Vintage

Nobilis

Vintage

2016

Designation

Minervois

Region

Languedoc

Grape varieties

40% Syrah, 30% Carignan, 30% Grenache

Terroirs

A very rocky, limestone plateau in the village of La Caunette (400 meters above sea level)

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

The Grenache grapes are destemmed at full ripeness and undergo a 30-day maceration. The Syrah grapes undergo a 4-day cold pre-fermentation maceration followed by a 40-day maceration. The old-vine Carignan undergoes a 30-day carbonic maceration.

Livestock farming

Aged for 12 months in new and one-use oak barrels. No fining, with light filtration.

Alcohol content

14,5%

Eye

Deep garnet color

Nose

Notes of roasted and smoky aromas give way to black fruits, Mediterranean scrub, and undergrowth

Palate

Full-bodied and well-structured, with powerful tannins, and a long, spicy finish

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

Let it breathe for 1 hour before serving

Drink before

2026

Food and wine pairings

Best enjoyed with a hare stew, but also pairs well with red meat, a leg of venison, game, and more...

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Guide Hachette des vins

Wine rated (2020 guide) 2** stars (Outstanding wine)

Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)

About the wine:

An enchanting red wine blending Syrah, Carignan, and Grenache, which underwent an exceptionally long maceration in the cellar (fifty days). The nose, which takes time to open up, initially bears the mark of the barrel with its roasted and smoky notes, then gives way to aromas of black fruit, garrigue, and undergrowth. The palate impresses with its fullness and concentration, perfectly balanced by well-integrated tannins that are powerful yet remarkably refined. A long finish of black fruit and spices speaks volumes about the potential of this beautiful red. For fans of Stephan Eicher, it’s worth noting that the singer designed the label.

About the estate:

All that remains of the medieval fortress of the Lords of Oupia are sections of wall—remnants of the outer walls—and a tower. In 1860, Romain Iché purchased the château, which passed to his grandson André in 1970. André undertook the renovation of the estate and the cellar, transforming the property into a benchmark for the Minervois appellation. He passed away in 2007, leaving his life’s work to his daughter Marie-Pierre.

Customer rating

4.4/5

based on 5 reviews

Review by Mr. GILLES D. Posted on March 7, 2021

5V for this remarkable Minervois after opening a second bottle, thanks to its quality and its very, very, very reasonable price. Robust structure, with elegantly integrated tannins on top of jammy black fruits and ripe notes, with a hint of balsamic vinegar. Full-bodied and dense. A soft, spicy finish with notes of vanilla and caramel. A treat for the taste buds when paired with a slice of pan-seared veal liver.