Abbaye de Valmagne "Turenne" Rouge 2020, Languedoc
Organic Languedoc red. Savoury, balanced and easy with food.
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Abbaye de Valmagne "Turenne" Rouge 2020, Languedoc
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Abbaye de Valmagne "Turenne" Rouge 2020, Languedoc
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A balanced southern French red with ripe dark fruit, gentle spice and a savoury edge. Organic farming and a measured use of oak give this depth without making it heavy.
Produced at Abbaye de Valmagne, near Montpellier, this cuvée is named after the Count of Turenne, whose family acquired the abbey in the 19th century. The blend combines Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and a small amount of the rare local variety Morrastel, now only found in a handful of vineyards in the region.
Around a third of the wine spends 18 months in oak, adding texture and complexity while keeping the fruit in place. In the glass, expect blackberry and black cherry alongside herbal notes, white pepper and a touch of eucalyptus. The palate is rounded but fresh, with gentle tannins carrying through to a savoury finish.
This has enough structure to age further, but it’s already drinking well now.
Food Pairing
Good with Mediterranean dishes, roast poultry or grilled meats. Also works well with soft, ripe cheeses.
Quick Info
ABV:
14%
Bottle Size:
75cl
Designation:
AOC Grés de Montpellier
Vintage:
2020
BIN:BTL-0471
Vegan:Yes
Vegetarian:Yes
Organic:Yes
Style:Red Wine
Style:Smooth & Generous Reds
More Information
Languedoc-Rousillon, France
The Languedoc is a vast region stretching across much of the south and Mediterranean and is France`s single largest vineyard entity for its Vins de Pays wines.
Within the Languedoc lie several distinctly identified Vins de Pays (including the l`Aude, Gard and Hérault) and many appellations that maintain traditional local blends and styles such as Minervois, Corbières, Pic Saint Loup and Fitou.
A red grape variety that is widely planted around the world, particularly in southern France, South Africa and Australia. Typically wines are full-bodied and deeply coloured.
Generally called Syrah in the old world, or Shiraz in the new. It produces wines which are typically high in tannins and acidity, and can exhibit a range of flavors and aromas, including blackberry, black pepper, smoke, and leather.
Found throughout northern Spain and southern France, there are three variants: Grenache Noir, Blanc and Gris.
Grenache Noir is the most common. It is generally spicy, berry-flavored and soft on the palate. Complex and intense notes of blackcurrants, black cherries, black olives, coffee, gingerbread, honey, leather, black pepper, tar, spices, and roasted nuts can also be found.
Mourvèdre, also known as Monastrell, originated in Spain and is believed to date back to the 1st century BCE. Rarely a standalone varietal it is popular for blending in the Rhône Valley, Provence and Languedoc.
When done well, Mouvérdre wines exhibit flavours of red berries, farmyard, wild game, and earthy notes.
The vineyard of the Abbey de Valmagne dates back to 1139, when the Cistercian monks found a location to install a new abbey. In 1838 the Count of Turenne bought the Abbey and continued to develop the vineyard, work that Rolland d'Allaines, his descendent continues today.
Since 1999 the 35 hectares of vines have been farmed organically with bio-dynamic inspiration.
