COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Grenache, Syrah, Carignan
PRODUCER
Mas Cristine
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Mas Cristine Côtes du Roussillon Rouge 2017 is a red wine from the Roussillon region of France. The estate, Mas Cristine, was established in 1810 and is situated in the Albères massif, near the Collioure/Banyuls cru. The vineyards are characterized by steep schist terraces and ancient, low-yielding vines. The wine is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan. The current team at Mas Cristine took over in 2006 with a philosophy focused on preserving tradition and highlighting the unique terroir and old vines.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are planted on steep schist terraces, some first planted around 1810.
Fact 02
Some vineyard parcels are plowed by horses.
Fact 03
The estate is located on the edge of the Collioure/Banyuls cru.
Fact 04
The winery is modern and well-equipped, blending tradition with contemporary winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Mas Cristine Côtes du Roussillon Rouge begins with manual harvesting and destemming of the grapes. Maceration occurs in stainless steel vats for 20 to 30 days. A portion of the wine, around 35%, is aged in French oak barrels for one year, with a selection of the best barrels undergoing further aging in foudres. The estate employs low-intervention farming practices and is transitioning towards organic viticulture.
