10% cashback through March 24
“A lovely nose with clear notes of herbs and sap, underpinned by fresh red fruit. Smoky, ashy herbal notes come through on the palate and balance well with the sweet fruit of redcurrant and cherry. A lovely sense of freshness and a striking, structured finish. Impressive. ” (Jancis Robinson 2024)
Buy your Aqueria wines at the best price in a private sale!
Starting at €99 on your first order
Eye
Deep red color with bright purple highlights
Nose
A complex blend of flowers (peony, iris), ripe red berries (Burlat, black cherry), and spices
Palate
Smooth and well-balanced, the tannins are subtly present, combining power with delicacy
Serve
At 15–17°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2032
Food and wine pairings
Pair with red meat, coq au vin, bull stew, hare stew, duck breast with porcini mushrooms, Provençal beef stew…
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, and whose reasonable prices make it a model for the region. The wines here demonstrate tremendous aging potential and develop admirably in complexity, as regular vertical tastings consistently prove.
Decanter
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
It has a distinctly herbaceous character, with notes of blackcurrant leaves complementing the blackberry and blackcurrant fruit. Powerful, concentrated, and fresh, it offers lovely acidity, pleasantly crisp tannins, and a long finish. It is impressive for an un-oaked Lirac, which speaks to the quality of the vineyard. Certified High Environmental Value.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by 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 in 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 brought it to prominence. Today, Vincent and Bruno de Bez oversee the lands of their childhood—no less than 66 hectares. Aside from the Tavel, a renowned rosé for fine dining, the rest of the production, under the Lirac appellation (both red and white), is often noteworthy.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 16,5/20
About the wine:
A lovely nose with bright notes of herbs and sap, underpinned by fresh red fruit. Smoky, ashy herbal notes come through on the palate and balance nicely with the sweet fruit of redcurrant and cherry. A refreshing mouthfeel and a striking, structured finish. Impressive.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
A bright, vibrant red with aromas of black cherries, blueberries, and spiced plums on the nose, followed by a medium-bodied palate with fine tannins. Juicy and well-balanced, with a lovely blend of fruit and spice. A flavorful and fairly long finish. Ready to drink now or worth cellaring.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 3 reviews
Review by Mr. Gilles D. Published on May 18, 2025
A few roasted and bitter chocolate notes from oak aging are evident in the full-bodied texture of this Lirac, which is otherwise bursting with stewed red fruits and spiced with a hint of pepper. Its massive, powerful structure is balanced by beautiful, substantial tannins that are still firm but not harsh, and by a lively freshness that lingers in a remarkable finish. With a year of patient aging, this wine will reveal its full potential when paired with a royal couscous or fine cuts of grilled beef in the summer, and with a veal Marengo or a hare stew in the winter. Rating = 4.
See all reviews from this customer
Review by Mr. CHRISTIAN Q. Posted on 12/28/2025
See all reviews from this customer
Review by Mr. JEAN CLAUDE D. Posted on August 20, 2025
See all reviews from this customer
ESTATE PRICE
14
.95
Cash Back | 10.00%
Discover more wines from the estate
