COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Syrah, Cinsault, Grenache
PRODUCER
Domaine Saint Damien
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Bouveau Côtes du Rhône 2023 is a red wine from Domaine Saint Damien, a family-owned estate in Gigondas with a winemaking history dating back to 1821. The domaine is run by Joel Saurel and his son Romain, an oenologist, who manage the winemaking. The vineyards for this wine are situated in the Côtes du Rhône appellation, specifically in Violès at a location called La Bouveau, characterized by alluvial riverbed soil. Domaine Saint Damien has been certified organic since 2012, employing natural farming practices. The 2023 vintage benefited from the inclusion of nearly 50% whole bunch in fermentation, contributing to its freshness.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family winemaking history dates back to 1821.
Fact 02
Certified organic since 2012.
Fact 03
Vineyards are located in the commune of Violès.
Fact 04
Uses goat whey for vine protection.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Bouveau Côtes du Rhône 2023 is produced by Domaine Saint Damien using hand-harvested grapes that are de-stemmed. Fermentation occurs in large, old cement tanks with maceration periods lasting up to four weeks. For the 2023 vintage, nearly 50% whole bunch was included in the fermentation. The wine then undergoes a 10-month aging process in a combination of concrete tanks and large, old 50 hL oak foudres. It is bottled without fining or filtration. The domaine adheres to certified organic farming practices, utilizing natural methods for vine protection and fertilization.
