Red Wine
The red wines of the Languedoc-Roussillon are sultry, sensuous, and balanced. The wines we hand select are made by the most passionate winemakers and have a finesse and complexity that will keep you coming back for more.
Wines marked below with the green leaf symbol are certified organic by the European Union.
Click the wine name below to view the Languedoc-Roussillon sommelier’s tasting notes.
AOP Fitou
40% Carignan, 30% Grenache, 30% Syrah
“It’s another winner from this estate that offers a supple, sexy and medium to full-bodied personality to go with great aromas and flavors of blackberry and black cherry fruit, roasted herbs, leather and licorice. Sweetly fruit, beautifully textured and with terrific purity of fruit.” Jeb Dunnock, Wine Advocate
Vin de France
100% Carignan
Carignan is KING of red grapes here! Totally adapted to this rough climate this is a stunning varietal if you keep yield low. Dark red fruit, leather tones and smashing fresh finish. Carignan is seeing something of a renaissance as old vines (and these are over 100 years old) and small yields make a lovely, concentrated, big wine. Only 200 cases produced.
AOP Terrasses Du Larzac
49% Syrah, 47% Grenache, 4% Carignan
This red blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan fills the mouth without being heavy. Aromatic notes of cassis and hints of leather blend with rosemary, thyme and other fragrant herbs of the garrigue. The palate is fine and rich with soft tannins and a round finish.
IGP St Guilhem Le Desert
55% Carignan, 45% Syrah
Carignan lends this elegant wine freshness and a rich, garnet color. Syrah imparts lovely, fine tannins on the palate. Complex aromas entice with spice, violets, dried plums and dark chocolate. The generous mouthfeel enhances the lingering fruit, spice and cocoa flavours.
Côtes du Roussillon
55% Syrah, 35% Carignan, 10% Grenache
This is a very balanced wine with great character, complex aromas and powerful taste. Deep red fruit, little bit of spices and touch of oak in the end. The grapes are handpicked at optimum ripeness from the domaine's best, most ancient plots.
AOP Cabardes
80% Grenache Noir, 20% Syrah
Blue Note is a blend of Grenache and Syrah from selected parcels. The wine is elegant, full of fruit and easy drinking. You can find aromas like blackberry, violets, some spiciness. Open a bottle, or two, with friends and there is no end to the evening!
Vin de Pays Coteaux de Murviel
60% Syrah (40 year old vines) 40% Grenache (70 year old vines)
Food pairing: This wine is so delicious and rich and smooth all at the same time that it will literally make you swoon!! Try it with Pork Tenderloin stuffed with Garlic, Orange Peel and Cherries Soaked in Flor de Caña Rum! You may never be the same!!
AOP Saint-Chinian
45% Grenache Noir, 40% Syrah, 15% Cinsault
This elegant, fruity blend of Grenache Noir, Syrah and Cinsault is gentle and smooth in the mouth. Hints of blackberry and blueberry mingle with spicy notes of clove and bay leaf. A welcoming red, Cuvée Magali reflects the rich history of the Milhau Lacugue estate which was the site of a Roman villa and later offered rest and refreshment to medieval pilgrims en route to sacred sites in Spain.
A.O.C. Cabardès
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Grenache, 10% Syrah
Food Pairing: This unusual blend shines in the hands of Claude Cayarol, one of the best winemakers around! Delicious with a golden braised lamb shank, mashed potatoes, and garlic purée gravy! Wow!
A.O.P. Saint Chinian Berlou
55% Syrah, 45% Lledonner Pelut (Hairy Grenache)
A gorgeous, full wine from hand harvested grapes grown in the coveted schiste soil of the Berlou micro-appellation that fills your mouth with spiced, mashed blackberries and a long, sexy finish.
AOC Limoux
Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, Côt (Malbec)
Food Pairing: This wine is full of berry flavors backed up with soft, ripe tannins. Great with beef and duck but also with grilled fish and a Mediterranean ratatouille topping!
AOP Cotes de Roussillon Villages
Syrah, Grenache Noir
The nose of this Rhône-style blend bursts with blackberry jam, cherry, herbs and a touch of violets. The flavors are crisp, acid is bright and tannins are firm and grippy. This is the ultimate pleasure wine with friends. Serve slightly chilled.
