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The Soula 2008
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Ratings: Robert Parker 92/100, RVF 17.5/20, Gault Millau 16.5/20
“Leather, fresh bacon, and civet, complemented by stewed raspberries—this nose is rich and alluring. A superb texture on the palate, precise, with a slight bitterness reminiscent of bitter orange. A beautiful wine with excellent aging potential. ” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2012 - Gault Millau)

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Estate

Le Soula

Vintage

2008

Designation

IGP Côtes Catalanes

Region

Roussillon

Grape varieties

55% Carignan, 35% Syrah, 10% Grenache Noir

Regions

Soils composed of weathered granite and schist at altitudes between 350 and 600 meters

Viticulture

Traditional farming methods, including plowing, without pesticides or chemical fertilizers

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

traditional, native yeasts, no enzymes added, no chaptalization, no acidification

Livestock farming

21 months: two-thirds in 500-liter barrels (two-thirds in new oak), one-third in tanks

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

beautiful ruby color

Nose

A fresh, floral, rich, and alluring bouquet, with notes of leather, fresh bacon, and civet, complemented by stewed raspberries

Palate

precise, with delicately crisp tannins and a lovely bitterness

Serve

at 14-17°C

Open

1 hour ago

Drink from

2013

Drink before

2015

Production

13,535 bottles – 79 magnums – 5 double magnums – 1 5-liter bottle

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

A d&eacute;guster sur des grillades, des viandes rouges, un plateau de fromages...<br/>

More information at Le Soula

More information at IGP Côtes Catalanes

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated estate (2023 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)

About the estate:

On the beautiful high-altitude granite terraces of the Fenouillèdes region, northwest of Maury, Gérard Gauby and a few partners acquired this certified organic estate. In 2016, Wendy Wilson replaced Gerald Stanley, who had been running the estate since 2008. The red and white wines are vinified in barrels according to very natural principles: indigenous yeasts, no acidification, no chaptalization. Never lacking in freshness or elegance, the reds have recently gained in structure and body. But from its very first vintage, in 2001, Le Soula has distinguished itself primarily through its whites, which have impressed us with their purity and intensity: the blend of Macabeu, Sauvignon Blanc, and several other grape varieties works wonders here. These wines often benefit from aging to reach their full potential.

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Review by Mr. PATRICK G. Posted on 02/10/2013

This is the first time I've ordered from this site, and everything went smoothly with the delivery. As for the wine, the ratings lived up to the product. Best regards

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