COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre
PRODUCER
Hervé Bizeul
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Le Clos des Fées is a red wine from the AOC Côtes du Roussillon Villages in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. Crafted by Hervé Bizeul, the estate was founded in 1997 with a focus on expressing the unique Roussillon terroir. The wine is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, and Mourvèdre, often utilizing old vines ranging from 40 to 80 years old. The vineyards are situated on expressive soils, including schist, clay, and limestone, contributing to the wine's distinct character. The 2019 vintage is recognized for its power and fruitfulness.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Founded by a former sommelier and wine writer.
Fact 02
Vineyards are planted on challenging schist soils.
Fact 03
Uses old vines, some up to 80 years old.
Fact 04
Known for a rebellious spirit in winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Le Clos des Fées involves manual harvesting with a focus on fruit and acid balance. Fermentation takes place in tanks at low temperatures using indigenous yeasts, with light settling to preserve lees for autolysis. The wine is then aged for 18 months on lees, typically in 100% new oak barrels, including demi-muids. This method aims to develop complexity and integrate the oak influence.
