COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Domaine De La Jasse
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Réserve D'Excellence Hommage by Domaine De La Jasse is a red wine from the Languedoc region of France, specifically the IGP Pays d'Oc. This special cuvée, 'Hommage,' was created as a tribute to the late Patrick Léon, a renowned winemaker who significantly influenced the estate. Léon, known for his work with prestigious Bordeaux estates, collaborated with Domaine de la Jasse's winemaker, Bruno Le Breton. The wine is rooted in Languedoc traditions but crafted with an elegance reminiscent of classic Bordeaux. Domaine de la Jasse itself is recognized for its role in elevating the quality of Languedoc wines, moving from a focus on volume to producing characterful cuvées that showcase the terroir. The 2020 vintage is noted for its balance, allowing for optimal grape maturity and resulting in a wine with ripe fruit aromas and a strong structure.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€41
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Hommage' (Tribute) to the late Patrick Léon, a former winemaker at Château Mouton Rothschild and Opus One.
Fact 02
The wine is often described as being made in a 'creamy Pauillac style'.
Fact 03
Domaine de la Jasse was instrumental in the Languedoc's shift towards quality-focused winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Réserve D'Excellence Hommage by Domaine De La Jasse focuses on maximizing the potential of the grapes from the Languedoc region. Key techniques involve careful extraction of color and aroma to create an intense wine, while simultaneously ensuring elegance and a smooth, rounded texture. Aging in oak barrels is a significant part of the process, contributing complexity, softening tannins, and adding subtle woody notes. While specific fermentation details for the 2020 vintage are not publicly available, the general approach aims to balance power with refinement. The harvest timing in 2020 was particularly favorable, allowing for optimal ripeness and the development of a strong tannic structure, which is characteristic of this wine.
