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Xavier Vignon - Beaumes-de-Venise Arcane L'Étoile

Name: Xavier Vignon - Beaumes-de-Venise Arcane The Star
Brand: Xavier Vignon
Rating: 4 (39 reviews)

Beaumes-de-Venise|Red wine

4/5 (39 customers)

95/100

Jeb Dunnuck

well-built

elegant

duck breast

"A shooting star to catch"

"From the highest altitude sites, Arcane l'Étoile is another elegant cuvée from Xavier, focused on finesse that is both rich and fresh. A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, as well as a small amount of Viognier from 2015, 2016, and 2017. There is something profound in its texture and balance. Notes of black raspberries, redcurrants, dried flowers, lavender, and pepper make up this beautiful, full-bodied, elegant wine that could well become one of the greatest red wines to come out of Beaumes de Venise. (Jeb Dunnuck)

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Estate

Xavier Vignon

Vintage

Arcane L'Étoile

Designation

Beaumes-de-Venise

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre

Terroirs

Trias soils (sand, limestone, clay) at the foot of the Dentelles de Provence and Grand Montmirail mountains, plots selected mainly for their altitude (up to 500 meters), which brings freshness and finesse.

Viticulture

Wine made from purchased grapes or juice

Grape harvest

At optimal maturity

Wine making

Long maceration without mechanical extraction for over a month, integration of Viognier skins, multi-vintage blend

Livestock farming

15 months: 1/3 new barrels (French and Austrian barrels with very light toasting), 1/3 small concrete vats, 1/3 in casks

Alcohol content

15%

Nose

Rich and fresh, beautifully fruity, with ripe raspberries, berries, and lavender.

Mouth

Elegant, beautiful texture, full-bodied and balanced, complex aromas of black fruits, dried flowers, pepper

Serve

At 15-17°C

Open

1 hour before in a carafe

Drink before

2030

Guard

10 to 15 years

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy with Bordeaux-style cep mushrooms, foie gras galettes, suckling pig stew with prunes, grilled duck breast with honey, grilled swordfish steak, lentils and kale with garlic cream, brie with walnuts...

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About wine:

Coming from higher altitude sites, Beaumes de Venise Arcane l'Étoile is another elegant cuvée from Xavier, focused on finesse that is both rich and fresh. A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, as well as a small amount of Viognier, it has beautiful depth in its texture and balance. Notes of black raspberries, redcurrants, dried flowers, lavender, and pepper make up this beautiful, full-bodied, and elegant wine, which could well be one of the greatest red wines of Beaumes de Venise.

Customer rating

4/5

based on 39 reviews

Note and opinion by Mr. GILLES D. Published on 12/18/2024

Balanced in terms of freshness, consistency, and concentration to such an extent that you don't feel its 15% alcohol content. The tannic structure is rich in macerated black fruits, with a smoky accent. The texture is flattering, with a patinated character. A hint of bitterness is drowned out by the silky finish. Highly recommended with tender roast wild boar, served with a Byrrh/clementine/dark chocolate sauce and creamy polenta. Rating = 4.