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.
Vin de France
50% Carignan, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Very intense and pure red, slightly purplish, aromas of very ripe black fruits between blueberry and blackberry mixed with smoky notes, bay leaf, thyme and violet. Endowed with well-coated tannins and a slight firmness, this wine combines subtlety, depth and concentration.
Reserved for Winter Wine Club Collection
AOP Saint Chinian
45% Syrah, 40% Grenache Noir, 15% Cinsault
Dark red fruit, spiciness, leather tones, and a long finish make this an all-occasion, “knife-and-fork” wine. A hearty Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault blend, Cuvée des Chevaliers 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.
AOP Saint Chinian
30% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, 30% Carignan, 10% Grenache
Plein Grès is a wine to lay down (a “vin de garde”) that combines both power and elegance. Abundance of ripe blackberry, baked cherry with aromatic hints of cocoa. The palate is super silky offering ripe fruits and wafts of liquorice. The wine is fresh on the palate and extremely balanced-definitely not jammy or heavy, but full of finesse. One to cherish with special friends.
AOP Minervois
100% Syrah
The dark fruit, powerful spices, and herbaceous aromas of this Syrah entice the senses. The rich, upfront mouthfeel resolves into silky tannins. Surrender to the lingering finish...until your next luscious sip. Domaine Borie de Maurel practices organic and biodynamic agriculture.
Reserved for future wine club-join today to secure your bottle!
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.
AOP Malepère
50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec
Raise a glass of dazzling garnets with this Merlot-dominant blend. Entrancing aromas of cherry, dark fruit, and sweet spices are touched with roasted oak. The fruit blooms in a very ripe mouth and nuances of macerated fruit integrate the medium tannins. With a beautiful classicism, this cuvée will evolve with grace.
AOP Maury Sec
60% Lledoner Pelut, 40% Grenache Noir
A blend of Grenache and Lledoner Pelut, this wine displays the attractive scents of flowers and crushed rocks and delivers plenty of pleasure in your mouth with black cherries dusted with a cinnamon and clove finish on a softly dusty note. Robert Parker awarded the 2016 vintage 90 points!
AOP Minervois
40% Syrah, 30% Carignan, 30% Grenache Noir
This appealing organic wine opens with the crispness of red cherries surrounded by mashed blackberries and strawberries. Underlying is a nice minerality and slight spiciness. On the finish there are hints of the herbal garrigue and even a bit of black olive. A complex but relaxed wine that is friendly, fruity and interesting.
AOP Saint Chinian
Lledoner Pelut, Carignan, Syrah, Mourvèdre
This gorgeous, full-bodied blend of Lledoner Pelut, Carignan, Syrah, and Mourvèdre hails from the coveted schiste soil of the Berlou micro-appellation. Intriguing herbal scents resolve into bold flavors of spiced, mashed blackberries, followed by a long, silky finish.
AOP Languedoc
45% Carignan Noir, 45% Mourvèdre, 5% Grenache Noir, 5% Syrah
Carignan and Mourvèdre are the heart of this gorgeous full-bodied red, accented with Syrah and Grenache Noir. Aromas of spice and leather enhance silky tannins that blossom into a lingering, rich aftertaste without being heavy. Cuvée Le Grand Saut 2014 took silver at the 2016 Hérault Valley wine competition.
AOP Saint Chinian
30% Syrah, 25% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, 20% Carignan
Initiale Red is a classic Saint-Chinian blend — Syrah imparts spiciness and black pepper; Grenache Noir bestows soft fruit; Carignan expresses a rustic leather tone; and Mourvèdre offers warm hints of tobacco and chocolate. Aromas of blackberry and cherry jam are laced with toasted bread and pepper. A tender, joyful palate carries a trace of tannin, enhancing the finish.
AOP Coteaux du Languedoc
50% Grenache Noir, 30% Carignan, 20% Syrah
A blend of Grenache Noir, Carignan, and Syrah, this crowd favorite was awarded 91/100 by Wine Spectator, is a Feminalise Gold Medalist and a favorite of British wine scholar Jancis Robinson. This juicy organic red expresses rich fruit depth, brilliant acidity and remarkable freshness.
