Le Pur fruit du Causse is a delicious Cahors that exudes indulgence. Its intense nose of dark fruits, with notes of raspberries and redcurrants, hints at a supple palate with great freshness. It showcases the expertise of Julien Ilbert and this new generation of winemakers from the “Causse” region, who embody the appellation’s renaissance. A true Favorite, offering unbeatable value for money!
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Eye
Deep ruby red color
Nose
Intense aromas of Burlat cherries
Palate
Fruity with soft tannins. Well-rounded with nice acidity. Fresh
Serve
At 14–16°
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2019
Drink before
2022
Food and wine pairings
It pairs perfectly with grilled meats, Iberian ham, and a tagine.
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
When Jean-Pierre Ilbert left the cooperative winery in 1998, he founded Château Combel La Serre. To promote it, the family traveled all over France. The turning point came in 2011 when his son Julien and his wife Sophie decided to switch to organic farming (certification obtained in 2013). Together, they have breathed new life into this 26-hectare estate. As in Burgundy, everything is focused on plot selection, highlighting the distinct terroirs they believe in so strongly, and creating stylish cuvées with modern labels. The grape varieties are traditional for the reds, more unconventional for the whites, featuring Vermentino and Albariño, which they particularly favor. The wines’ style is precise, fruit-forward, with a distinct expression of the terroir. This close-knit couple channels their ambition and enthusiasm into their wines.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated 14/20 (2016 vintage) (Good wine)
Rated estate (2026 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:
Julien Ilbert and his wife Sophie are the driving force behind this vineyard, whose existence has been documented since 1900. Breaking with his father’s approach, Julien shifted the focus to bottling; he set out to forge a new identity, adorning his various bottles with expressive, modern labels. His vintages are gaining in stature year after year. He draws the best from the 23 hectares planted with Auxerrois—the local name for Malbec—as well as his Vermentinos and Albariños, southern grape varieties that find here a terroir and climate perfectly suited to them. Alongside the single-vineyard wines Le Lac aux Cochons (iron-rich limestone soil), Au Cerisier (red clay), and Les Peyres Levades (limestone), he has added new bottles to the range that mark the remarkable evolution of the Cahors vineyards.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. JEAN B C. Published on April 22, 2019
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