Domaine des OlivedesTerrasses du Larzac
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with beef, veal or pasta.
Taste structure of the Terrasses du Larzac from the Domaine des Olivedes
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Terrasses du Larzac of Domaine des Olivedes in the region of Languedoc-Roussillon is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with Terrasses du Larzac
Pairings that work perfectly with Terrasses du Larzac
Original food and wine pairings with Terrasses du Larzac
The Terrasses du Larzac of Domaine des Olivedes matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of beef with onions chinese style, meat and cheese pie or milanese osso buco.
Details and technical informations about Domaine des Olivedes's Terrasses du Larzac.
Discover the grape variety: Calitor gris
Light, pale and lightly coloured whites and rosés with a pale golden to salmon colour, a light, low-alcohol palate and discreet aromas of white flowers, light red fruits and neutral notes. An easy-drinking profile. Now marginal, found only in ampelographic collections or with a few passionate growers in the Var. Grey-skinned mutation of Calitor, a traditional southern variety once widespread in Provence.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Terrasses du Larzac from Domaine des Olivedes are 2015, 2014
Informations about the Domaine des Olivedes
The Domaine des Olivedes is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 1 wines for sale in the of Terrasses du Larzac to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Terrasses du Larzac
Flagship Languedoc AOC at the foot of the Larzac plateau (recognised 2014): signature Syrah, black Grenache and Mourvèdre trio in red kings (>=60%) with Carignan and Cinsault — ruby robe with violet glints and signature garrigue profile (laurel, thyme, juniper, heather), black fruits, spices and a floral touch, supple tannins and singular freshness, signature acidic tension, exceptional ageing. AOC reds only, varied soils (pebbles, basalts, sandstone, limestone).
The wine region of Languedoc-Roussillon
Largest single French vineyard, dominated by sunny, generous reds. Spicy Syrah, candied Grenache (ripe fruit, garrigue), structured Carignan, deep Mourvèdre, supple Cinsault. Stars: structured Corbières, Minervois, Faugères, Saint-Chinian; round Côtes-du-Roussillon. Legendary vins doux naturels: Banyuls and Maury (fortified Grenache) with notes of cocoa, fig, prune.
The word of the wine: Nervous
Said of a wine that leaves its mark on the palate with its strong characters and a hint of acidity, but without excess.
