“We’re pleasantly surprised by the reds, which are much less oaky. The fruit is appealing in the 2012 Columelle, with acidity on the finish. ” (The Guide to the Best Wines of France 2015 – RVF). A red with notes of freshly cut cherry wood, hinting at subtle undergrowth, with excellent aging potential!
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Eye
a deep red color with hints of purple
Nose
with notes of freshly cut cherry wood, hinting at the subtle scent of the forest floor
Palate
A full-bodied and powerful attack, with well-integrated, mellow tannins that evolve on the palate toward light chocolate notes. A wine that is already enjoyable to drink, with excellent aging potential.
Serve
at 14-15°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2015
Drink before
2022
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with grilled meats, cold cuts, cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2013 guide) 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable wine that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
This estate, located at the foot of Mount Sainte-Victoire, is owned by the Hoesch family. It is farmed organically and offers a range of wines, with the reds primarily based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The wines are powerful, well-aged, elegant, and possess just the right amount of fresh fruit.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
5-Star Rated Estate (Outstanding Production)
About the estate:
In 1972, Henning Hoesch and his wife Julia discovered this abandoned estate at the foot of the Sainte-Victoire cliff. They replanted the vineyard and began cultivating their first organic plots on three hectares of land. Over the years, they created large terraced plots on the most promising terroirs, which today produce the grapes for the estate’s premier wines, “Les Terrasses” and “Cuvée Columelle.” A holistic approach, natural winemaking, and organic viticulture are just as important to him as the quality of his wines. Just as enthusiastic as his father, Sylvain Hoesch, born in 1970, joined the estate in 2001. He manages the estate and the vineyard—which now spans 27 hectares—with the same rigor and commitment to quality as his father. He decided to classify the entire 2008 vintage under the IGP (Protected Geographical Indication) designation, which succeeded the “Vin de Pays” designation.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2015 guide) 14,5/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2015 guide): 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
We were pleasantly surprised by the reds, which are much less oaky. The 2012 Columelle has appealing fruit, with a touch of acidity on the finish.
About the estate:
This estate is beautifully situated in the village of Puyloubier, at the foot of Mount Sainte-Victoire, amid a natural landscape of red soil. Its history dates back forty years. Henning Hoesch, a German native and professor of canon law at the University of Aix-en-Provence, purchased this 65-hectare estate, which at the time was completely uncultivated. He planted 3 hectares of vines, which he cultivated using organic methods (certified in 1972). Very quickly, the wines distinguished themselves for their full body and power. In the years that followed, their style became more refined through better-controlled winemaking and oak aging. As with the greatest winemakers, respect for the soil and a hands-off approach to vineyard management are combined with modern winemaking techniques. As a result, the winery is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment that enables the creation of the famous Les Terrasses and Columelle cuvées, which we rank among the two best red wines of Provence. Depending on the inspiration offered by the vintage, Sylvain, the son, crafts other, more original cuvées that highlight the exceptional plant heritage that makes up the Richeaume vineyard. It should be noted, however, that the prices are becoming very high…
Customer Rating
4.3/5
based on 3 reviews
Review by Ms. NADINE T. Published on January 3, 2019
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Review by Mr. LAURENT T. Published on July 2, 2018
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Review by Mr. MICHEL L. Published on May 31, 2017
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