COMBEMALE ROUGE

This was Ricardelle’s very first wine in the Languedoc appellation, a classic that remains faithful to its original quality. Behind its deep colour with glints of red, it reveals a subtle and fruity nose, round and ample on the palate. There is an extraordinary suppleness in the tannins, which place it perfectly alongside a roast leg of lamb or a filet of beef. To drink young or after a short period of laying down.

Appellation:	AOP Languedoc 2015
Grape varieties:	Carignan 36%, Syrah 29%, Grenache 22%, Mourvèdre 13%
Culture :	Sustainable agriculture since 2004 for the environment and complexity of wine.
Soil:	Clay, sand, gravel.
Exposure:	Coteaux Northeast of la Clape.
Area:	10 ha.
Production:	Approximately 35,000 bottles.
Harvest:	Harvest plot spread over 2 months according to maturity of the grapes.
Winemaking:	Selective harvesting, separate vinification of grape varieties, 100% destemming, yeast-free fermentation with temperature control between 25° C and 30° C, vatting time 20 days.
Ageing:	In tank for 10 to 12 months.
Degree:	14 %
Laying down:	3 – 5 years.
Consumption at:	About 16 – 18° C
Tasting:	The dress is red with black highlights. Nose on ripe and grilled red fruits with a liquorice and spicy touch. Palate smoothly on silky tannins. To drink on the fruit. Easy pairing with grilled meats and cold meats.