Vielles Vignes

Corbieres 40% Carignan, 35% Syrah, 20% Mourvedre, 5% Piqulpoul Noir

The Chateau Fontareche Vielles Vignes is a captivating red blend from the Corbieres region. Expertly crafted from a harmonious mix of Carignan, Syrah, Mourvedre, and Piquepoul Noir grapes, this wine offers a delightful symphony of flavors and aromas. With a robust body, bright acidity, prominent fruit intensity, notable tannins, and a dry finish, it showcases the essence of the Mediterranean terroir.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Plum

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Herbed Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats, Lamb Chops

Region:

Languedoc-Roussillon

France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.

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