Domaine Richaud

A la Source rouge 2023

Vin de France

Encépagement

« A la Source » 2023 is a blend of 80% de Grenache and 20% Carignan.

Vignes et rendement

This wine has been made with the youngest vines of the estate, called « Les Plantiers » and aged from 2 to 7 years old.

The average yield is around 40 hl/ha. .

The vineyard are located on different Cairanne terroirs : « The Granges » and « Garrigues » areas.

Elevage

Short vatting period of 8 to 10 days, to get the best expression of the fruits.

This wine have been aging in concrete tanks during 8 months,

Moderatly sulphated before botteling 1.5 g/hl.

Dégustation

A la Source 2023 have light red colour, with garnet tinges.

The nose and palate offer fresh crispy red fruits notes,

lightly spiced, (rhasberry, strawberry, blackberry, violet).

The final is dominated by a nice peppery note.

Tannins structure is supple and melting.

Which provide a fresh balance to the wine.

Easily pairing with a lot of dishes, like tapas or grilled meat.

We recommend to consume in the year.