ORTAS CAVE DE RASTEAU
La Domelière
2011
About this winery
In the south of France sits the village of Rasteau, a small hilltop parish with a long history of winemaking. First established by the Romans in 30 BC, the hilly, south-facing slopes and smooth-pebbled soils of the region provide the ideal terroir for planting classic Rhone varietals like: Grenache, Mourvedre, and of course Syrah. Cave de Rasteau is one of Côtes du Rhône’s oldest co-operative wineries. Founded in 1925, it now consists of a union of eighty growers managing over 700 hectares....
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Product notes
These 40 year old vines live in chalky-limestone soil terraces covered with pebbles. The harvest is 100% handpicked, featuring short gobelet and cordon pruning.
Plantation Density: 4000 plants per hectare
Yield: 40 hectoliters per hectare
Production notes
De-stemmed harvest, traditional vinification with partial punching of the cap, temperature-regulated vats 25-27°C, maturing in concrete vats.
Tasting notes
Intense ruby red robe, red fruit, spice and liquorice aromas are supported by a pleasant structure and mellow tannins. Pair with roasted veal or poultry, casserole, fresh goat and sheep cheeses. Very pleasant to drink in its youth, reaches its peak after 2 to 3 years.