Domaine Plageoles - Duras 2015
16/20
RVF
16/20
Bettane & Desseauve
“Duras has a beautiful structure, smooth and spicy, that is really coming into its own now.” (The Bettane & Desseauve Guide to French Wines 2018) This forgotten grape variety from the Southwest proves to be juicy and delicate. A lovely discovery!
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Eye
Deep ruby color
Nose
In a surprisingly spicy vein
Palate
Very generous
Serve
At 16°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2019
Drink before
2021
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with red meat, grilled dishes, or a cheese platter...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2019 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
About the wine:
The fullest-bodied red in the lineup, with great vinous character yet without losing the naturalness and fruitiness of the estate’s more approachable wines.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2019 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with 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:
Spicy nose with black pepper, a hint of reduction, and undertones of wood. Full-bodied on the palate with intense fruitiness, black fruit, grainy tannins, lovely sweetness, a cocoa-like finish, good power, and a touch of minerality.
About the estate:
The Plageoles family has left an indelible mark on the recent history of wine in Gaillac. Robert, followed by Bernard and Myriam—who brilliantly took over the reins—were pioneers in championing local grape varieties and traditional winemaking techniques. The next generation is gradually taking over, led by Bernard’s sons, Florent and Romain, who devote themselves body and soul to the twelve varieties in their vineyard, including the delicious Prunelart, the extremely rare Verdanel, and the quartet of Mauzac (green, red, pink, and black). Unconcerned with trends and off the beaten path, the estate continues to produce, with the utmost care, exclusively single-varietal wines endowed with strong personalities. This work of the mind, heart, and hands is fully reflected in a range of cuvées that aim for purity, integrity, and originality.