Skalli Grand Vin - Côtes-du-Rhône Les Rabassières Rouge 2008
Rhône
Red
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Grenache is the dominant grape variety in this Côtes-du Rhône, giving it roundness and suppleness, alongside Syrah, which adds structure, and Mourvèdre, bringing complexity and finesse. A complete wine, with notes of red berry marmalade (strawberry, blackcurrant, raspberry), spice and pepper. Supple, mellow tannins give this wine fullness and volume on the palate. Discover it now!
Features
Estate
Robert Skalli
Cuvée
Les Rabassières
Vintage
2008
Designation
Côtes du Rhône
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
60% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre
Terroirs
Plan de Dieu region with 3 different soils: red earth on sandstone, stony clay terraces and soils from the old garrigues, i.e. clay-limestone soils covered with rolled pebbles.
Winemaking
each grape variety is vinified separately after complete destemming, at controlled temperatures, with frequent pumping over.
Breeding
aged in tuns for 12 months
Tasting & pairing
Eye
deep garnet-red with violet highlights
Nose
red berry marmalade (strawberry, blackcurrant, raspberry) with spicy peppermint notes for pleasant freshness
Mouth
A supple, round attack, the palate is reminiscent of ripe fruit combined with light spices such as cinnamon, vanilla and pleasant notes of brioche bread. Supple, mellow tannins give this wine fullness and volume on the palate.
Serve
bottled at 14-15°C
Open
12 hours before
Drink from
2010
Drink before
2014
Food and wine pairing
This wine is the ideal companion for grilled meats, foie gras terrine with figs, tajine of duck confit with pears, figs and prunes, or chocolate fondant.
Robert Skalli
Côtes du Rhône
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Note and review by Mme PASCAL P. Published on 26/03/2023
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