AOP Côtes du Rhône Domaine La Mereuille 2019 Red wine

Winemaker: Philippe Granger

Average annual production: 10.000 btles

Alcoholic strength: 14.5%/vol.

Available in: 75cl

Variety(ies): 80% grenache, 10% syrah, 10% carignan

Soil type: Limestone clay

Yield: 48 hl/ha

Age of vines: 70-75 years old

Harvest: Manual + vineyard and cellar selection

Vinification:
destemmed at 75%; Alcoholic fermentation then malolactic fermentation; Pigeage and moulting; T° control below 30° .

Ageing: Ageing on fine lees for 20 months in renewed barrels.

COLOUR: Garnet

NOSE: Ripe fruits of the forest, garrigue

MOUTH: rounded, the balance is good and very generous

Wines to drink now, or to keep for up to 10 years.

Gastronomy - Culinary pairings:
Serve at 16, 18°.° C

Serving suggestions: Game Meat, Cheese

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MEDALS AND AWARDS

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88/100 Gold Medal Gilbert & Gaillard vintage 2017