Les Vignes Oubliées - Languedoc Autour du Cinsault rouge 2023
Languedoc
Red
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Drink or Keep
94/100
Bettane & Desseauve
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91/100
RVF
"A cuvée that perfectly embodies the Mediterranean art of living, a beautiful expression of Cinsault".
Old Cinsault is at the heart of this fruity cuvée, supported by Grenache, Syrah and Carignan. An irresistibly rich, unctuous wine. The fruit is sublimated and the terroir is fantastically enhanced by a beautiful freshness. (Wine delivered without capsule).
Features
Estate
Les Vignes Oubliées
Cuvée
Autour du Cinsault
Vintage
2023
Designation
Languedoc
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
Cinsault soutenu par Grenache, Syrah et Carignan
Terroirs
Sandstone and shale
Viticulture
Reasoned, respectful of the environment
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
20% in demi-muids and barrels for 12 months in a natural cave
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Garnet-red colour, beautiful brilliance
Nose
Seductive bouquet of Morello cherry and raspberry, subtle hint of gingerbread
Mouth
Nuances of violet, elegant, beautiful grain typical of Cinsault, sunny character with a beautiful freshness.
Serve
Decant at 15°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with tagine, moussaka or lamb chops...
Les Vignes Oubliées
Languedoc
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated (guide 2025) 94/100 (Vintage 2022)
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 2024) 91/100 (Vintage 2022)
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
4.3/5
on 3 reviews
Note and review by M. GILLES D. Published on 20/07/2024
Despite the difficult conditions in 2023, this natural cuvée has come out on top. Flamboyant, the palate flows with an uninterrupted, savory flow of raspberries and crushed strawberries on a background of lightly peppery notes. The wine is easy-drinking, slippery and full-bodied, while the body is velvety, remarkably fine and pleasantly fresh, backed by well-coated tannins. The dapper finish is galvanized by a penetrating fruitiness. So delicious and easy-drinking that one glass calls for another with honey paprika roast chicken and sautéed sweet potatoes, followed by Céret cherry clafoutis. Score = 4.
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Note and review by M. VINCENT L. Published on 08/08/2024
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Note and review by M. BENOIT G. Published on 05/08/2024
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