Appellation C?tes-du-Rh?ne Contr?lée 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 20% Carignan

Soil: cobblestones-clay (Grad area) and sand-limestone (Ardeche area).
Mediterranean climate, sunny and warm.
Ageing on fine lees in vats with oxidation control.

Intense nose of flowers (violet) and black fruits (black cherry, blackcurrant) combined with peppery hints.
Full on the palate with a nice fruity and spicy aftertaste.
Spicy food, red meat in sauce, cheese. Best served between 16°C and 18°C (60 -65°F).