Domaine de l'Edre - Côtes du Roussillon Cuvée Prestige rouge 2019

Bettane & Desseauve

About the domain :

Founded in Vingrau in 2002 by Jacques Castany and Pascal Dieumidou, this estate found good advice right from the start from their neighbor Hervé Bizeul's oenologist (Clos des Fées). In 2004, its reputation took off thanks to Decanter magazine. However, the two are still part-time winemakers, despite their 10 hectares in production. The winery, housed in an old garage, remains simple but efficient. All the cuvées are very well made, making the domaine a sure bet in the Roussillon region.

Guide Hachette des vins

About the domain :

Jacques Castany worked in transport and Pascal Dieunidou in IT. In 2002, they set up in viticulture in a tiny winery. With success, as their already brilliant track record testifies. The 10-hectare vineyard is located in Vingrau, facing an imposing limestone cirque.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About the wine:

A blend of 60% Syrah, 25% Grenache, 10% Carignan and 5% Mourvèdre, aged in second-fill barrels, the 2019 Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel L'Edre is a little citron on the nose, but also hints at bay leaves, rose petals and cherry-scented fruit. Medium-bodied, it is more structured and tannic than the estate's cuvée Carrement. It will last longer, but will it give as much pleasure?