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Calmel & Joseph - Les Terroirs - Saint-Chinian 2015

Calmel & Joseph - Les Terroirs - Saint-Chinian 2015

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3.1/5 (8 customers)

17/20

Jancis Robinson

Grown on both clay-limestone and schist soils, the Syrah, Grenache, and Cinsault vines produced a wine in 2015 that is more complex than the previous vintage. Fruity and luscious aromas enliven this Saint Chinian, supported by a beautiful minerality and velvety tannins.

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Estate

Calmel & Joseph

Vintage

Les Terroirs

Vintage

2015

Designation

Saint-Chinian

Region

Languedoc

Grape varieties

60% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 10% Carignan

Terroirs

shale and clay-limestone soils

Grape harvest

at optimal maturity

Wine making

traditional concrete tank fermentation

Livestock farming

15 months in the tank

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

deep red dress

Nose

intense, with ripe aromas of cherry and plum and slightly peaty notes

Mouth

clean and crisp, with a hint of bitterness on the finish

Serve

at 16-18°C

Drink from

2017

Drink before

2021

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine

More information on Calmel & Joseph

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2025 guide) 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

The ideal place for those who want to discover the best Languedoc wines that remain faithful to their terroir. Jérôme Joseph and Laurent Calmel are wine merchants without a cellar. They age selected vintages at the wineries where they purchase them, respecting the flavors and terroirs of origin. A wide range of delicious wines, including many successful vintages and a few amazing surprises.

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Decanter

Rated domain Recommended

Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2025 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)

About the estate:

Laurent Calmel, an oenologist, joined forces with Jérôme Joseph in 1995 to found a wine merchant specializing in regional wines from Languedoc-Roussillon. The duo launched their label in 2007. He selects the plots, vinifies and ages the vintages.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Wine rated (2016 guide) 17/20

Rated Recommended

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3.1/5

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Review by Mr. JACQUES R. Published on May 28, 2018

lacks depth, a slight disappointment

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