COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah
PRODUCER
Domaine Oratoire St Martin
REGION
Rhône Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Haut-Coustias Rouge is the premier single-vineyard cuvée from Domaine Oratoire St Martin, located in the Cairanne AOC of the Southern Rhône Valley, France. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 200 meters on steep, south-facing hills composed of clay and chalk soils. The estate boasts a winemaking history dating back to 1692, with traditions passed down through ten generations. The domaine is committed to certified organic and biodynamic viticulture, with some vineyard tasks performed by horse. The Haut-Coustias cuvée is produced in very small quantities, with yields significantly below typical levels.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are farmed using certified organic and biodynamic practices.
Fact 02
Some vineyard work is still done by horse.
Fact 03
Yields are exceptionally low, especially for this cuvée.
Fact 04
Bottled without fining or filtration.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Haut-Coustias Rouge begins with hand-harvested and meticulously sorted grapes. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts, often in foudres or concrete tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an extended aging period of 24 months in large wooden foudres or neutral oak barrels. The wine is then bottled without any fining or filtration, preserving its natural character and texture.
