COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
PRODUCER
Earl Pouizin-Vacheron
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Le Bouquet des Garrigues Le Clos Du Caillou is a red wine from the Côtes du Rhône appellation in France, produced by Earl Pouizin-Vacheron. The wine is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, sourced from the historic, walled vineyard of Le Clos du Caillou, which features sandy soils. The estate has been in the Pouizin-Vacheron family since 1955, with current management by Sylvie Vacheron and her children. The name 'Le Bouquet des Garrigues' reflects the aromatic wild herbs characteristic of the region. The 2021 vintage in the Rhône Valley was marked by challenging weather, resulting in wines with good acidity and freshness.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate's vineyards were planted between 1955 and 1978.
Fact 02
The name 'Le Bouquet des Garrigues' translates to 'The Bouquet of the Scrubland'.
Fact 03
The vineyard is a historic, walled site.
Fact 04
The soil type is similar to that of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Le Bouquet des Garrigues Le Clos Du Caillou is produced by Earl Pouizin-Vacheron using a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. The grapes are grown in the estate's historic, walled vineyard. The winemaking process likely involves traditional techniques suited to the Southern Rhône, with a focus on managing the vintage's specific conditions. Aging typically occurs in large oak vessels like demi-muids or foudres. The 2021 vintage required careful attention due to challenging weather patterns, including spring frosts, which impacted yields but contributed to wines with good acidity and freshness.
