"A blend of grenache, syrah and mourvèdre aged in concrete and demi-muids, Lirac 2022 has a terrific nose of ripe red and black fruits, peppery, mineral and garrigue nuances, medium body, good acidity and exceptional length. It has exceptional potential." (Jeb Dunnuck 2023)
Features
Estate
Château d'Aqueria
Vintage
2022
Designation
Lirac
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
50% Grenache Noir, 25% Syrah, 20% Mourvèdre, 5% Cinsault
Terroirs
Sandy-clay terraces with numerous rolled pebbles
Viticulture
Reasoned
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Long macerations of around 4 weeks, punching down of the cap and delestage during fermentation, pressing of the pomace, blending of juices and preparation for ageing.
Breeding
6 to 10 months for 30% in 1 to 4 year old French oak barrels
Alcohol content
14.5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep red colour with bright violet highlights
Nose
A complex blend of flowers (peony, iris), ripe red fruits (Burlat, black cherry) and spices.
Mouth
Supple and well-balanced, the tannins are present with finesse, combining power and delicacy.
Serve
At 15 to 17°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with red meats, coq au vin, gardiane de taureau, jugged hare, duck breast with porcini mushrooms, Provençal daube...
Aqueria Castle
Lirac
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2022) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
The estate has the distinction of being the only one to extend the Tavel and Lirac appellations, covering 65 hectares. Its pebbles surface and sandy-clay subsoil produce wines that are the vines suffer less from the heat than in other areas. areas. Tavel contains eight of the nine grape varieties permitted in the and is one of the prides of the Bez family, who manage this magnificent with discretion and wisdom this magnificent estate, which, with its reasonable prices is a model for the region. The wines here demonstrate tremendous ageing potential, and are becoming admirably complex, as regularly vertical tastings.
Guide Hachette des vins
Domaine noté (guide 2022) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
In 1919, Jean Olivier acquired the former estate of the Counts of Aqueria, commissioned by an 18th-century château and adorned with a French-style park. His son-in-law Paul de Bez completely restructured the vineyard: today, 64 ha in a single block, managed since 1984 by his grandsons Vincent and Bruno, now joined by Raphaël, the fourth generation. A sure bet for lirac and tavel.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Estate rated 3*Stars (very good production)
About the domain :
Château d'Aqueria dates back to the 16th century. In 1920, it was acquired by Jean Olivier, who gave it its letters of nobility. Today, Vincent and Bruno de Bez look after the land of their childhood - no less than 66 hectares. Apart from Tavel, a renowned gourmet rosé, the rest of the production in the Lirac appellation (both red and white) is often interesting.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated (guide 2023) 89-91+/100
About the wine:
A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre aged in concrete and demi-muids, Lirac 2022 has a formidable nose of ripe red and black fruits, peppery, mineral and garrigue nuances, medium body, good acidity and exceptional length. It has exceptional potential.
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