Château La Dorgonne

Rouge 2016

AOP Luberon

75cl

Aside from Luberon appellation, Merlot grape produces a powerful wine with smooth body, velvety tannins, noble oak and jammy red fruit aromas.

Blend :

60% Grenache – 40% Syrah

Average vine age :

Grenache : 30 years old

Syrah : 25 years old  

Winemaking process :

Maceration in truncated wooden tank

Ageing :

14 months in concrete vats

Tasting notes :

Very intensely fruity : red and black fleshy and jammy fruits. On the palate, the wine developps a well balanced round texture. Its long lasting finish is dominated by sweet spices.

Food and wine pairing :

Braised beef cheek. Pastas with grilled vegetables.

Ageing potential :

3 to 5 years

Comments :

Typical blend of grape varieties from Luberon. Decanting the wine for at least half an hour is highly recommended.