“This wine earned Sylvie and Jean-François Deffarge four ‘Coups de Coeur’ (and a Bronze Grappe from the Guide). A blend of Merlot (60%), Cabernets, and Malbec, this cuvée boasts a deep ruby color with violet highlights. The intense nose combines black fruits with licorice and subtle oak notes. The palate, round and smooth on the attack, quickly gains intensity, driven by firm tannins and vanilla-tinged oak that still needs to refine and currently masks the fruit somewhat.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2013)
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Eye
a beautiful deep cherry red
Nose
intense, with notes of black fruit and licorice and a subtle woodiness
Palate
A velvety, concentrated texture with well-integrated tannins and a touch of freshness
Serve
decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2020
Food and wine pairings
Pair with game, duck, wild boar stew, hare à la royale, or a rib of beef...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2014 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
Rated 3 stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
Dark fruit, richness, and depth come together in this red wine, a favorite of its owners. And rightly so, as it’s a wine with real character—powerful, juicy, and elegant.
About the estate:
Since 1981, Sylvie and Jean-François Deffarge have spared no effort in upholding the Montravel name at this estate, which they inherited from Jean-François’s father. Today, the estate spans 52 hectares located on the hillsides and the Vélines plateau. While the estate has not yet made the switch to organic farming, it strives to do the best it can. The next generation is already in the starting blocks: Quentin and Benjamin are now involved in the estate’s operations and are taking the reins. The extensive and well-structured portfolio allows them to offer wines suited to every occasion. The new winery will enable them to take their vision even further, notably by developing a few experimental cuvées as a complement to their existing range.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2013 guide) 2** stars (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
This wine earned Sylvie and Jean-François Deffarge four "Coups de Coeur" (and a Bronze Grappe from the Guide). A blend of Merlot (60%), Cabernets, and Malbec, this cuvée boasts a deep ruby color with violet highlights. The intense nose combines black fruits with licorice and subtle oak notes. The palate, round and smooth on the attack, quickly gains intensity, driven by firm tannins and vanilla-tinged oak that still needs to mellow and currently masks the fruit somewhat. But this wine has substance, and in two or three years, it will be a perfect match for roast beef with mushroom sauce.
About the estate:
A long-standing family estate (since 1749) situated on the hills above Montravel, this expansive property is now one of the leading names in the Bergerac region, thanks to the work carried out since 1990 (when the estate left the cooperative) by Jean-François Deffarge, a “self-taught oenologist,” who is now handing the reins over to his sons Benjamin and Quentin. The vineyard (50 ha) spans two distinct terroirs: clay-limestone slopes and a high plateau of boulbène. In the process of converting to organic farming.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated 15.5/20 (Very good)
About the wine:
This vintage still bears the hallmarks of expert aging, with its rich body effortlessly incorporating the vanilla and pastry notes from the barrel. On the palate, it offers a velvety, concentrated texture, with notes of plum and apricot, and a few spicy hints on the finish.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2012 guide) 14,5/20 (Good wine)
Customer rating
3.8/5
based on 20 reviews
Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Published on May 12, 2019
RQP 4.5/5
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Review by Mr. VINCENT D. Published on June 1, 2014
Wonderful! Even better a year later.
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Review by Mr. JOACHIM B. Published on April 13, 2014
This wine is a very pleasant surprise, offering excellent value for money; depth and richness are its standout qualities.
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Review by Mr. LUCA R. Published on January 14, 2014
Very, very good. Definitely a wine I’d buy again.
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Review by Mr. LAURENT C. Published on January 8, 2014
A delightful surprise: long-lasting on the palate and full-bodied, it pairs perfectly with a cut of beef or cheese. After a few hours in a decanter, it tasted even better.
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Review by Mr. JEAN LUC L. Published on September 6, 2022
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE M. Published on May 31, 2018
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE D. Published on April 23, 2018
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Review by YANNICK P. Published on July 2, 2017
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Review by Mr. MICHEL R. Published on January 21, 2017
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