Laurus rouge 2021

Gabriel Meffre

Laurus rouge
2021

  • Aperitif
  • BBQ
  • Poultry
  • Beef

$20.90

* Suggested retail price
Product code
14836976
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Continuous Supply
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$19.38
Country
France
Regulated designation
Appellation origine controlée (AOC)
Region
Rhône Valley
Appellation
Côtes du Rhône Villages
Varietal(s)
Grenache 58 %
Syrah 32 %
Mourvèdre 10 %
Alcohol percentage
14,5%
Colour
Red
Sugar content
3 g/l
Closure type
Cork
Aging vessel type
Laurus casks (1 and 2-wine barrels).
Length of aging
14 months
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About this winery

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Product notes

The year 2021 brought its share of climatic events: frost, rain – too much or too little – and lack of sunshine. An eventful vintage that delivered some pleasant surprises, with a smaller-than-expected drop in volumes, good balance and well-controlled degrees. The wines are easy-drinking, with beautiful fruit notes, a deep color and smooth tannins.

Production notes

Harvested between September 15 and October 25, 2021. Grapes are partially destemmed and crushed as soon as they arrive in the cellar. Long maceration (3 weeks) with pumping over and pigeages. 55% of the cuvée aged for 14 months in 275-liter Laurus casks (1 and 2-wine barrels). 40,000 bottles produced.

Tasting notes

This pleasant, gourmet wine has a generous, full-bodied nose of candied red fruit and balsamic notes. It is fleshy and concentrated, enveloping the palate with opulence. The tannins are silky and the finish lingers on notes of pure fruit.