COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache
PRODUCER
Domaine de l'Hortus
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine de l'Hortus Grande Cuvée Rouge 2022 hails from the Pic Saint-Loup appellation in Languedoc-Roussillon, France. The estate, established by Jean Orliac, is known for its dramatic setting at the foot of the Pic Saint-Loup and Montagne de l'Hortus cliffs, which create a distinctive microclimate. The Grande Cuvée is a flagship wine, representing the estate's commitment to expressing its unique terroir. The 2022 vintage experienced warm weather, with soils mitigating the heat and a pre-harvest storm adding moisture to the berries, requiring diligent vineyard management. The Orliac family continues to uphold a philosophy of sustainable viticulture and balance in their winemaking.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate founded by a rock climber and agricultural engineer.
Fact 02
Vineyards are situated on steep, mid-slope limestone terraces.
Fact 03
Recognized as an 'Exceptional Domaine' by Robert Parker.
Fact 04
Wine is labeled as vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine de l'Hortus Grande Cuvée Rouge 2022 begins with destemming and crushing the grapes. Fermentation occurs in vats, where gentle extraction and extended maceration techniques are employed to refine the tannins and build structure. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes 12 months of aging in a combination of new, one-year-old, and two-year-old oak casks (225 and 400-liter). The estate utilizes sustainable viticulture practices in its vineyards.
