2023 Domaine Richaud, Cairanne Rouge, Rhône, France
$30.00
Blend of 40% Mourvèdre, 25% Grenache, 25% Syrah, and equal parts Carignan and Counoise from low-yielding vines with an average age of 40-70 years old, planted on the hillsides above the village of Cairanne.
The soil here is stony with pebbly topsoils over limestone bedrock. Farmed organically.
Aged in a combination of foudres (10%), demi-muids (30%) and concrete (60%) in underground caves.
Specs
- Country France
 - Region Rhône Valley
 - Appellation Cairanne
 - Style Red Wine
 - Producer Richaud
 - Farming Practices Organic
 - Grapes Mourvedre, Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Counoise
 - Food Pairings Crunchy Greens, Roast White Meats, Root Veggies, Meaty Fish, Fresh Seafood, Pizza Night
 - Characteristics Chillable Red, Juicy, Bright and Fresh, Red Fruit