Château de Valflaunès - Pic Saint-Loup T'em T'em 2019
1*Étoile
Hachette
“Syrah and Grenache Noir are the stars of this premium cuvée, whose nose bears the hallmark of a long barrel aging (18 months). The fruit (red berries) and violet notes come through more freely on a palate with good body, well-structured by firm tannins and refreshed by a hint of eucalyptus on the finish. Let it settle quietly to allow the aging process to take its course.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2022). A red wine best left to age in the cellar for a few years so it can fully express itself...
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Eye
Dark color with purple highlights
Nose
Powerful, with a distinct character from extended aging in oak barrels
Palate
Rich, with notes of toast, broom flowers, red berries, and occasionally chocolate; a minty finish with hints of eucalyptus; let it age for a few years in the cellar to reveal its complexity and depth, with notes of black olives, blackberry jam, bramble, forest floor, pepper, and thyme, and velvety tannins
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink before
2029+
Food and Wine Pairings
Perfect with a rib of beef, a leg of lamb with prunes, rabbit with olives, bull stew, or a platter of well-aged cheeses...
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2022) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
Syrah and Grenache Noir are the main varieties in this premium cuvée, whose nose bears the hallmark of extended barrel aging (18 months). Fruit (red berries) and violet come through more freely on the palate, which is full-bodied, well-structured by firm tannins, and refreshed by a hint of eucalyptus on the finish. Let it settle in and fully develop its aging potential.
About the estate:
Fabien Reboul established his winery in 1998 in the heart of the village of Valflaunès, on the site of the former menagerie of Baron Jean-Jacques Louis Durand, the first mayor of Montpellier elected in the 18th century. Today, he cultivates a 14-hectare vineyard by hand and without insecticides; the vineyard is currently in the process of converting to organic farming.