From a minuscule one hectare vineyard in the heart of the Languedoc comes this most unusual and profound red from Murielle and Laurent Girault. The Giroflet rouge is composed 15 different varietals all co-planted in 1925. Along with Grenache, Cinsault, Carignan and Syrah, you'll find more ancient varietals like Aramon and Grand Noir de la Calmette. Harvesting is done by hand to ensure optimal ripeness (although never at the expese of acidity) and undamaged fruit. Only natural yeasts are utilized, and the wine undergoes 24 months of elevage in older wood to develop addtional complexity and nuance. The Giroflet rouge is neither fined nor filtered. Gorgeous nuances of dark red fruits, baking spices and garrigue come to mind. The Giroflet rouge is a red to contemplate with a selection of fine cow or sheeps milk cheeses, or to enjoy with a garlic crusted roast leg of lamb. Production for the 2006 Giroflet rouge extremely limited. The Giroflet rouge is truly a labour of love from Murielle and Laurent to all wine drinkers who appreciate hand-crafted artisanal wine. 14.5% abv.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2012 Les Vignerons de Fontès "Prieuré Saint-Hippolyte" Languedoc Rosé $11.99
2012 Domaine Begude Pinot Noir Vin de Pays d'Oc Rosé $12.99
2010 Antech "Cuvée Eugenie" Cremant de Limoux $13.99
2012 Abbaye Saint Hilaire Coteaux Varois en Provence Rosé $13.99
2012 Château Viranel "Tradition" Saint Chinian Rosé $13.99
