COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah, Marselan, Mourvèdre, Carignan
PRODUCER
Delas Frères
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Saint-Esprit is a signature red blend from Delas Frères, a historic Rhône Valley producer established in 1835. This cuvée is meticulously crafted to showcase the art of blending, drawing from the finest terroirs of the Côtes-du-Rhône appellation. The aim is to achieve a harmonious balance between aromatic richness and freshness, ensuring a consistent and distinctive identity each year. The 2024 vintage was particularly challenging, marked by record rainfall and historically low yields, yet the crucial summer mistral wind helped salvage the harvest, which commenced in early September under optimal conditions.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Delas Frères, the producer, has been crafting wines in the Rhône Valley since 1835.
Fact 02
The 2024 vintage faced record rainfall, resulting in historically low wine volumes.
Fact 03
The summer mistral wind played a vital role in saving the challenging 2024 harvest.
Fact 04
"Saint-Esprit" is a signature cuvée, embodying generations of blending expertise.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2024 vintage grapes for "Saint-Esprit" were fully destemmed. Vinification involved daily pump-overs with strict temperature control to manage extraction, balancing fruit, structure, and freshness. The wine undergoes a minimum of 12 months of aging. The majority is aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve its vibrant aromatic intensity and fruit purity. However, more structured lots are carefully selected and aged in oak, which contributes finesse, complexity, and depth to the final blend, enhancing its overall character.
