Chateau des Karantes Rouge
75 cl
The main wine of this estate, it is a blend of 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah & 10% Mourvedre which is fermented and aged in stainless steel. An exceedingly friendly and enjoyable wine!
- €22.99
The main wine of this estate, it is a blend of 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah & 10% Mourvedre which is fermented and aged in stainless steel. An exceedingly friendly and enjoyable wine!
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
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| Nose | Red fruit, strawberry and cherry aromas with notes of spice and vanilla |
| Palate | Well balanced and round, this wine is soft and wonderfully fruity, making it a friendly and enjoyable wine |
| Colour | Cherry Red |
Fact Sheet
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| Fluid | 75 cl |
| Grape Variety | 60% Syrah, 30% Mourvédre, 10% Grenache |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Style | Dry, Medium bodied |
| Estate/Producer | Chateau des Karantes |
| Country | France |
| Region/AOC | Languedoc |
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Making Techniques | Hand harvested and sorted, the grapes are transferred to 60hL oak vats. Fermentation and maceration occur over a period of three weeks to one month before being aged in 300L and 600L oak barrels for 14 months. |
| Closure | Cork |
| Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Drinking now or within 5 years |
Awards and/or Press Quotes
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| Decanter World Wine Awards 2012 | Gold Medal |