Côtes du Rhône Rouge “Cuvée César” AOC 2020

Wine description for Côtes du Rhône Rouge “Cuvée César” AOC 2020 by Roche-Audran

Colour & appearance

A slightly translucent ruby red in the glass – a colour that points to pure Grenache Noir and twelve months of maturation in large wooden foudres.

Nose

Fragrant and complex: dark raspberries and wild strawberries, hints of blackberry and cherry, accompanied by delicate notes of clove, cinnamon and juniper, complemented by thyme, rosemary and cedar.

Palate

Juicy and sensual with ripe, dark fruit. The polished tannins recall the surface of fired clay, providing structure without harshness. Ripe acidity, power and depth in balance – a sense of well-being for the taste buds.

Finish

The wine possesses warmth and opulence, yet finds its centre, remaining fresh and precise. A long, finely spiced journey through a diverse array of aromas that never becomes overbearing.

Terroir & origin

East of the Rhône, nestled in a refuge of trees, shrubs and herbs, farmed biodynamically by Vincent Rochette. The 80- to 100-year-old Grenache vines are situated in the Coteaux Versant Nord on a terroir of clay and limestone subsoil with gravel topsoil.

Grape variety & vinification

100% Grenache Noir. Yields stand at approximately 35 hl per hectare. Following spontaneous fermentation, the wine matures for twelve months in 50-hectolitre foudres made of Tronçais oak.

Food recommendations

A wine perfectly suited to a barbecue or a family meal. Enjoyment free from any excess – alongside roasted vegetables, beef fillet or Mediterranean goat’s cheese dishes.

Special features

Meticulously biodynamically farmed vineyards, old vines with deep roots ensuring composure in hot vintages. A finely spiced, vibrant Grenache Noir that leaves no doubt: great wines need not be expensive.