COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Grenache Noir
PRODUCER
Mas Cristine
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Galateo Banyuls Rimage 2018 is a Vin Doux Naturel from the Banyuls appellation in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, primarily made from Grenache Noir. The 'Rimage' style is characterized by its focus on fresh fruit expression, distinguishing it from more oxidative Banyuls styles. Mas Cristine, the producer, is known for its commitment to showcasing the Grenache grape and the Roussillon terroir. The Banyuls appellation itself is situated on the Mediterranean coast, with vineyards on steep, rocky slopes that contribute to the wine's unique character.
ALCOHOL
16.0%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Banyuls Rimage is a fortified wine, similar in concept to Ruby Port.
Fact 02
The name 'Rimage' emphasizes the wine's youthful, fruity profile.
Fact 03
Grapes are often sourced from old vines, some over 70 years old.
Fact 04
The vineyards are situated on steep coastal slopes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Galateo Banyuls Rimage is produced as a Vin Doux Naturel, a fortified wine. The key technique is 'mutage sur grain,' where grape spirit is added to the fermenting must on the skins to stop fermentation and retain residual sugar and fruit character. This process is carried out in stainless steel tanks, adhering to a reductive winemaking approach to preserve freshness. Following fermentation and fortification, the wine is aged for six months in used 225-liter barrels before bottling, typically within 18 months of harvest. The grapes are hand-harvested in the early morning to maintain quality.
