Old Cinsault is at the heart of this fruity cuvée, supported by Grenache, Syrah and Carignan. An irresistible, unctuous, gourmet wine from Jean-Baptiste Granier. The fruit is sublimated and the terroir is fantastically enhanced by a beautiful freshness. A top-quality, top-price fruit bomb!
Features
Estate
Les Vignes Oubliées
Cuvée
Autour du Cinsault
Vintage
2021
Designation
Languedoc
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
Cinsault soutenu par Grenache, Syrah et Carignan
Terroirs
Sandstone and shale
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Work guided by the desire to respect the fruit and freshness provided by the terroir: sorting in the vineyard and cellar, partial destemming, 15 to 20-day vatting period, temperature control, etc.
Breeding
10% in demi-muids and barrels for 12 months in a natural cave
Alcohol content
13,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Intense purple color
Nose
Aromas of red berries (Morello cherry) and spices (liquorice, white pepper, cinnamon).
Mouth
Fleshy and fruity, gourmand, subtle and fruity, ample and suave, melted and silky tannins, long and fresh finish.
Serve
Decant at 15°C
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with tagine, moussaka or lamb chops...
Les Vignes Oubliées
Languedoc
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 16/20 (Vintage 2019) (Very good wine)
Domain rated (2025 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production, a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
Jean-Baptiste Granier makes one of the most exciting cinsaults, virtuosically cultivating a small dozen hectares since his debut in 2007, propelled by a certain Olivier Jullien. Delicious, floral finish, red fruit, licorice: the similarity of tactile sensations with Burgundy's great Pinot Noirs is obvious. It has all the hallmarks of a great wine, except for the price. The grand cuvée, made from Terrasses-du-Larzac, has not fallen into any of the classic traps of over-ripeness and over-extraction, and is right up there with the models of the genre, so close to equaling them. In just a few years, this white has established itself as one of the region's finest gastronomic wines.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated (guide 2022) 91/100 (Vintage 2019)
Domaine rated (2025 guide) 2*Stars (These great estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, because of their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the domain :
The Vignes Oubliées project began in 2007, when Olivier Jullien and Jean-Baptiste Granier, then an intern at Mas Jullien, decided to vinify parcels of old vines at altitude in the Saint-Privat area for the first time. The vineyards were planted on abandoned schist and sandstone, which produced very fine grapes, but in small quantities, and did not meet the expectations of the local cooperatives. The trial was conclusive, the wine was baptized, and the adventure could continue: Jean-Baptiste will look after these old vines. They are now matured in a natural cave, a restored former oil mill. Expressions have been gently refined, to deliver wines with pure, deep mouthfeel.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.9/5
on 11 reviews
Note and review by M. ENOAL D. Published on 27/09/2022
Gourmet to perfection, not to be forgotten next time you order!
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Note and review by M. CHRISTIAN P. Published on 09/11/2022
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Note and review by Mme OLIVIA G. Published on 04/11/2022
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