COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault
PRODUCER
Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils
REGION
Rhône Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Les Claux is a red wine from the 2022 vintage, produced by Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils in the Southern Rhône Valley, France. This Côtes du Rhône AOC wine is a blend primarily of Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Syrah, with some Cinsault also noted. The estate is a third-generation family-owned property with Italian origins, committed to biodynamic farming principles to express their terroir. The vineyards feature a range of vine ages, contributing to the complexity of their wines.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family estate with Italian roots dating back to 1931.
Fact 02
Employs biodynamic farming practices.
Fact 03
Vine age varies, with some vines over 60 years old.
Fact 04
Inspired by the elegance of Burgundy wines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Les Claux involves grapes from biodynamically farmed vineyards. Fermentation typically takes place in cement tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for about 12 months, often in cement vats, to allow for maturation and integration before bottling.
