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Via Caritatis

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Via Caritatis
In 2016, after a few years of partnership, the monks and nuns of Le Barroux Abbey decided to join forces with the Cave coopérative de Beaumont. Thus was created the project Via CaritatisA common identity, working to reward the appellation's winegrowers properly, and to move in a more excellent direction.

Following in the footsteps of the Gallo-Romans, Pope Clement V, in the early 14th century, understood the potential of this vineyard and replanted it, making it the oldest papal vineyard. Since then, monks, following the rule of Saint Benedict, "Ora et Labora" (Pray and Work), and local winegrowers, have reshaped the vineyard, erecting "bancaous" (terraces) to facilitate vine cultivation and water retention. 

These vines are perched between 310 and 650 meters above sea level, providing a milder climate than that of neighboring appellations. Situated between the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux, under the sun of the Venaissin county, the plots are protected from the excesses of the Mistral wind. The vineyards of the Via-Caritatis winegrowers and monks are planted at high density, giving their grape varieties an aptitude for ageing. These include Grenache, Cinsault, old Carignans, Syrah, Clairette and Roussanne.

Imbued with noble heritages: monastic, papal, ancient and Provençal, and thanks in particular to the strong values of charity and friendship, the spirit of monks and winegrowers is passed on in their wines. They breathe purity, power, ageing, lightness, subtlety and humility into their range, the perfect link between heaven and earth.

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Via Caritatis - Ventoux Lux Grandinis blanc 2021

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round-tipped
finesse
white fruit
cheeses

With 65% Roussanne and 35% Clairette, this high-volume wine surprises with its finesse, freshness and richness. This Lux is ripe and full-bodied, with sweet notes of white fruit, lemon and exotic fruit, and a balanced, persistent finish with hints of brioche pâtissière and toasted almond. A perfect match for pressed cooked cheeses (Beaufort or Comté) or scallops in butter sauce.

Via Caritatis - Ventoux Pax in Terra rouge 2019

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4/5 (2 reviews)

Prix-Plaisir - Médaille d'Or Bettane & Desseauve

freshness
velvety texture
minty
filet mignon

This Pax 2019 is composed of 65% Grenache, for its ageing potential and generosity, and 35% Syrah for its finesse and freshness. Silky tannins support a generous, smooth palate with notes of licorice, caramel and prunes and a spicy finish. Perfect with pork filet mignon au poivre or pan-fried veal liver with raspberry vinegar.

Via Caritatis - Ventoux Vox Turturis blanc 2022

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3.5/5 (4 reviews)

Prix-Plaisir - Médaille d'Argent Bettane & Desseauve

clairette
round-tipped
white meat
salads

This round, soft white gives off fresh aromas of white flowers and white fruit. The finish is persistent and mineral. A perfect accompaniment to mixed salads and white meats cooked with spices.

Via Caritatis - Ventoux Vox Angelorum rouge 2020

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4/5 (2 reviews)

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Prix-Plaisir - Médaille d'Or Bettane & Desseauve

rich
freshness
black fruits
red berries

"The Vox Angelorum 2020 is a notch above what we find elsewhere. Notes of red and black fruits, with a spicy hint of pepper give way to a big, rich, concentrated wine that has retained lovely acidity and freshness on the palate." (Jeb Dunnuck, 2023)