Domaine de la MordoreeLa Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône
Red wine
This wine is composed of 100% of the grape variety Shiraz/Syrah.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with beef, game (deer, venison) or lamb.
Taste structure of the La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône from the Domaine de la Mordoree
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône of Domaine de la Mordoree in the region of Rhone Valley is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône of Domaine de la Mordoree in the region of Rhone Valley often reveals types of flavors of cherry, cinnamon or floral and sometimes also flavors of black fruit, red fruit or black olive.
Food and wine pairings with La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône
Pairings that work perfectly with La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône
Original food and wine pairings with La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône
The La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône of Domaine de la Mordoree matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of harira de mamie (moroccan soup), lamb with coconut milk or pheasant in a casserole with white wine.
Details and technical informations about Domaine de la Mordoree's La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône.
Discover the grape variety: Counoise
Counoise is a black grape variety of Spanish origin. It is widely cultivated in the southern part of France. It is very similar to the aubun, with which it is often confused, and has a white cottony bud. Unlike the aubun, the leaves of this variety do not have teeth in the petiolar sinus. They are thick and large. Its bunches are medium-sized but its berries are large. It is advisable to prune it short so that it is productive. It matures in the second half of the year, but production depends on the vintage. This grape variety appreciates hillside terroirs, which are stony and warm. It fears grey rot without being sensitive to oidium and mildew. Counoise has two approved clones, 508 and 725. The wine obtained from Counoise is not very colourful. It is fine and fruity. Its aromas are diversified with notes of fruit, flowers and spices.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of La Dame Rousse Côtes-du-Rhône from Domaine de la Mordoree are 2016, 2015, 2013, 2019 and 2018.
Informations about the Domaine de la Mordoree
The Domaine de la Mordoree is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 26 wines for sale in the of Côtes-du-Rhône to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Côtes-du-Rhône
The wine region of Côtes-du-Rhône is located in the region of Rhône méridional of Rhone Valley of France. Wineries and vineyards like the Château de Beaucastel or the Chateau de Fonsalette produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Côtes-du-Rhône are Mourvèdre, Viognier and Marsanne, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Côtes-du-Rhône often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, red plum or sour cherry and sometimes also flavors of truffle, juniper or clove.
The wine region of Rhone Valley
The Rhone Valley is a key wine-producing region in Southeastern France. It follows the North-south course of the Rhône for nearly 240 km, from Lyon to the Rhône delta (Bouches-du-Rhône), near the Mediterranean coast. The Length of the valley means that Rhône wines are the product of a wide variety of soil types and mesoclimates. The viticultural areas of the region cover such a distance that there is a widely accepted division between its northern and southern parts.
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