COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Cinsault
PRODUCER
Gérard Bertrand
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gérard Bertrand Chateau l'Hospitalet Grand Vin is a red wine from the La Clape AOC in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. The blend for the 2021 vintage primarily features Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault, and Mourvèdre. The estate, Château de l'Hospitalet, is situated on the coast, benefiting from a semi-arid Mediterranean climate and soils composed of limestone and marl. Gérard Bertrand, the producer, is recognized for his dedication to biodynamic viticulture and his philosophy of celebrating the wines of Southern France. Château l'Hospitalet is described as a multifaceted property encompassing vineyards, a resort, and a nature preserve. The wine is a testament to the unique terroir of La Clape and the producer's commitment to revealing its typicity.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Château l'Hospitalet is part vineyard, part resort, part nature preserve.
Fact 02
Gérard Bertrand was named 'Best Winemaker of the World' in 2023.
Fact 03
The wine is Demeter certified for biodynamic farming.
Fact 04
The estate overlooks the Mediterranean from 100 meters high.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Gérard Bertrand Chateau l'Hospitalet Grand Vin begins with the hand-harvesting of grapes, which are then transported to the cellar promptly. Each grape variety is vinified separately in temperature-controlled vats, with maceration lasting between 20 and 25 days. Following fermentation, the wines are transferred to new 225-liter oak barrels for an aging period of 12 to 16 months in the estate's barrel cellar. During aging, the fine lees are periodically stirred. The final blend is created by selecting the finest barrels of each grape variety. The vineyard practices are biodynamic, with grapes grown in harmony with nature.
