Domaine Saint Michel Cotes du Rhone 2019

Tasting Notes

An outstanding cuvee from a small family estate, in a fantastic vintage. Run by the Boyers from their Medieval fortified house in the Rhone valley. A delicious, classic red from southern Rhone. Made from Grenache, Syrah and Carignan, it is fresh and fruity.

Alluring notes of raspberry preserve, violet and pronounced notes of dried thyme and rosemary accent this sun-drenched Grenache/ Carignan/ Syrah/ Mourvèdre blend. Baked black-cherry and grape-jelly flavors are hedonistic and dense. Supple, silky texture is contrasted by pleasantly ripe gripping tannins and lingering notes of earth and spice on the finish.

Traditional vinification in concrete tanks, using low temperature fermentation (under 20°C / 68°F). Long after fermentation, maceration in tanks for 2 to 4 weeks.

Food Pairings

From beef and lamb to tuna, goose and game, or else fattier cuts of pork. It is amazing with barbecue as a lot of people pick up cedar and wood smoke aromas in the wine that flatter any steak you toss on the barbecue.