Calmel & Joseph - Côtes du Roussillon Caramany La Folie Douce rouge 2021
Prix Plaisir
Bettane & Desseauve
"You'd be crazy to miss out on this vintage!"
The altitude of the Caramany terroir is fully expressed in this blend of Carignan, Grenache, and Syrah, giving it verticality. Its aging in one-wine barrels gives it subtle woody notes, well-integrated tannins, structure, and lovely complexity. It pairs well with meatballs and chili con carne.
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Eye
Deep red color tending toward garnet
Nose
Intense with subtle woody notes and aromas of black fruits (black fig, blackberry), coconut, vanilla, and mocha, the finish is spicy with notes of licorice, black pepper, and bay leaf, and is slightly peaty.
Mouth
Powerful and smooth, with supple, round, well-integrated tannins, opening with blackcurrant notes, followed by buttery flavors and hints of vanilla pods, cocoa, dried figs, and truffles.
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with chili con carne, meatballs in sauce, beef stew...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated wine (2023 guide) Prix Plaisir (Bronze Medal) (Prix Plaisir)
Rated estate (2025 guide) 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About wine:
This wine has a beautiful ruby color, with great intensity and roundness on the palate, and a smoothness in the tannins.
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.
Decanter
Rated domain Recommended
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
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Jancis Robinson
Rated Recommended
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