Rating: Bettane & Desseauve 15/20 (immediate pleasure), Gault Millau 15/20, RVF 14/20
A must-visit and magnificent estate in Tavel, Château d’Aquéria, built in the 16th century, produces wines of remarkable consistency across all three styles: red and white in Lirac, and rosé in Tavel. Discover the character of this 2007 Lirac red, a blend of 50% Grenache, 25% Syrah, and 25% Mourvèdre, full of flavors of very ripe black fruits, well-structured with lovely tannins and a long, aromatic finish. Save it for a nice red meat or even fish with a wine sauce…
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Eye
Deep red with purple highlights
Nose
Stewed red berries, with hints of vanilla
Palate
Soft, silky tannins, enhanced by aromas of ripe red fruit and spicy notes. A long, powerful finish where all the aromas linger.
Serve
at 15-17°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2010
Drink before
2015
Production
80,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des viandes rouges, un coq au vin, un poisson sauce au vin ou encore un tajine d'agneau, une gardiane de taureau, un civet de lièvre, un canard aux olives, un carré d'agneau, une daube provençale...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2022 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
The estate is unique in that it is the only one to span both the Tavel and Lirac appellations in a single contiguous block, covering 65 hectares. Its surface pebbles and sandy-clay subsoil produce fairly fresh wines, as the vines suffer less from the heat than in other areas. The Tavel includes eight of the nine grape varieties authorized in the appellation; it is a source of pride for the Bez family, who manage this magnificent estate with discretion and wisdom. With its reasonable prices, it serves as a model for the region. The wines here demonstrate tremendous aging potential and develop admirably in complexity, as is regularly proven by vertical tastings.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
In 1919, Jean Olivier acquired the former estate of the Counts of Aqueria, centered around an 18th-century château and set within a French-style park. His son-in-law, Paul de Bez, completely restructured the vineyard: today, it comprises 64 hectares in a single block, managed since 1984 by his grandsons Vincent and Bruno, who are now joined by Raphaël, representing the fourth generation. A sure bet for Lirac and Tavel.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
3-star rated estate (High-quality production)
About the estate:
The Château d'Aqueria dates back to the 16th century. In 1920, it was purchased by Jean Olivier, who restored it to its former glory. Today, Vincent and Bruno de Bez tend to the lands of their childhood—no less than 66 hectares. Aside from the Tavel, a renowned gourmet rosé, the rest of the production, under the Lirac appellation (both red and white), is often of interest.
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. JACQUES F. Published on March 24, 2014
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Review by Mr. MARC B. Posted on March 11, 2013
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