Retour Domaine de Bila-Haut Côtes du Roussillon Villages - Rouge 2021
COUNTRY/REGION: Roussillon
DESIGNATION: AOP Côtes du Roussillon Villages
COLOR: Red
VINTAGE: 2021
GRAPE VARIETY: Blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan
ALCOHOL: 14 vol.
CONTENT: 75 cl
The tasting
Color Deep garnet red.
Nose Black cherry aromas.
Palate Structured and full-bodied with crunchy flavors of fruit, this wine is warm and powerful.
The sommelier's advice
Temperature Serve between 16 and 18°C.
Food Grilled meats, spicy dishes, Oriental or Lebanese cuisine and, of course, Catalan cuisine, with colorful, spicy dishes.
Cellar ageing From now until 2024
The estate and the wine
The estate and the wine In Roussillon, at the Domaine de Bila-Haut, Michel Chapoutier continues his tireless pursuit of excellence. As a pioneer in biodynamic farming, he brings the same principles that have made him one of the world's most esteemed winemakers to these southern terroirs. With his well-recognized talent, he expertly blends Mediterranean grape varieties, resulting in exceptional wines that offer pure enjoyment.
Wine Blending grenache, syrah, and carignan to perfection, the 2021 red Côtes du Roussillon Villages stays true to the house style, balancing finesse and richness. Fully ripe, aromatic, and generous, it reveals lovely notes of black fruits and juicy cherries with a hint of smokiness and soot. It boasts ample body and volume, framed by fine tannins, creating a velvety and robust ensemble. A truly wonderful wine to serve slightly chilled, perfect with game stew, beef bourguignon, or a juicy steak.
Vinification Hand-harvested, totally de-stemmed, maceration from 2 to 4 weeks depending on daily tastings.
Aged in stainless steel vats.
AWARDS
AWARDS Estate rated 2 stars in the Guide Bettane + Desseauve 2023