- 91 points -
February 2014Savoury and tasty with dark red spicy fruit in this AC red wine. Full-bodied, juicy and smooth. Good value. A terrific, long, dry finish that leaves you longing for more.
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ORTAS CAVE DE RASTEAU
Prestige
2013
Country
France
Regulated designation
Appellation origine controlée (AOC)
Region
Rhône Valley
Varietal(s)
Grenache Noir
50 %
Syrah
35 %
Mourvèdre
15 %
Colour
Red
Producer's website
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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Tasting notes
Deep garnet in colour with aromas of black fruits, liquorice, leather, and a hint of smoke. This structured wine is bursting with freshness and elegance. It features a long finish with nuances of mineral and pepper notes. Pair with beef, roast chicken, duck, and soft cheeses.
Press reviews
- 91 points -
May 2015Savoury and tasty with dark red spicy fruit in this AC-appellation southern French red wine. Full-bodied, juicy and smooth. Good value. A terrific, long, dry finish that leaves you longing for more. Pair with rack of lamb.
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