"The nose is fruity, with a lovely concentration of Mourvèdre and its qualities (menthol, maquis, dried herbs). On the palate, the wine is dense and well-structured, poised and velvety, with good length. The fruit remains scintillating from start to finish. (Le Guide RVF 2025). This parcel selection perfectly reflects the expression of its distinctive terroir. A fine bottle to cellar for 10 years or more!
Features
Estate
Domaine Marcel Richaud
Cuvée
L'Ebrescade
Vintage
2021
Designation
Cairanne
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
50% Mourvèdre, 30% Syrah, 20% Grenache
Terroirs
A parcel-by-parcel selection of old vines from the terroirs of Ebrescade, a magnificent locality located on the heights of the village of Cairanne (327 m altitude), influenced by sedimentary deposits.
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
The most natural method
Breeding
24 months in foudres and demi-muids
Alcohol content
14,5%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Intense red with garnet highlights
Nose
Rich and complex, with ripe aromas of black fruits (cherry, blackberry), spices (pepper, liquorice and cinnamon), toasted notes (coffee) and floral notes (violet).
Mouth
Full-bodied and velvety, with good concentration (a reflection of the vintage and its distinctive terroir), the finish reveals smooth, elegant tannins.
Serve
Decant at 14-16°C
Guard
10 to 15 years
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with red meats in sauce, small game, a platter of mature cheeses...
Marcel Richaud Estate
Cairanne
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2021) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)
About the domain :
Certain winegrowers alone can evoke an entire appellation, and the charismatic Marcel Richaud is one of them. He was undoubtedly instrumental in establishing the reputation of the latest Côtes du Rhône Sud crus. A visionary and pioneer of parcel-based winegrowing, he still dreams of a Burgundy-style climat classification, and with 45 vintages under his belt, he is as hands-off as possible in the cellar and in the vineyard. Like a certain Emmanuel Reynaud, he accompanies his grapes to optimum ripeness, producing wines that are both gourmand and elegant, a real signature. All the wines tasted this year are highly commendable and remarkably consistent. The young generation who joined the family business a few years ago are determined to perpetuate the house's know-how. Nevertheless, as if to mark a turning point, Claire and Thomas have acquired an additional 20 hectares, half of which adjoins the famous Ebrescades parcel, auguring lovely surprises to come. Most recently, Edith, the youngest daughter, gave in to the siren call of the vines; after a brilliant Parisian career in the luxury sector, she finally settled in the charming little village of Cairanne, bringing an additional asset to the beautiful Richaud tribe.
Decanter
Rated wine (guide 2022) 93/100
About the wine:
Depth of beet and raspberry. Full-bodied, powerful and rich, with fine tannins. Remarkable acidity. Enjoy now. Unique vineyard planted on clay-limestone soil on the edge of Cairanne.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated wine (guide 2025 ) 93/100
Domaine rated (guide 2021) 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 connoisseurs).
About the wine:
The nose is fruity, with a lovely concentration of Mourvèdre and its qualities (menthol, maquis, dried herbs). On the palate, the wine is dense and well-structured, smooth and velvety, with good length. The fruit remains sparkling from start to finish.
About the domain :
There are very few winemakers in France as demanding and complete, from vine to cellar, as Marcel Richaud. He has reached the pinnacle of his art now that he has a winery and ageing facility to match his ambitions. For the wine lover, this producer's work is a blessing. His entire range reaches a remarkable level and is immediately seductive. Year after year, the wines gain in finesse and precision, while respecting their southern balance and maturity.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
5/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. VINCENT R. Published on 14/12/2024
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