The Domaine des Tours of Vaucluse of Méditerranée

Domaine des Tours
The winery offers 6 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 4.
This estate is part of the Château Rayas.
It is ranked in the top 8 of the estates of Méditerranée.
It is located in Vaucluse in the region of Méditerranée

The Domaine des Tours is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 6 wines for sale in of Vaucluse to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Domaine des Tours, located in Vaucluse, France, is one of the oldest and most prestigious winemaking estates. This family estate is both an agricultural enterprise and a winemaking domain. It offers a variety of products made from indigenous and international grape varieties, each crop selected and adapted to produce a product of exceptional quality. The Domaine des Tours spans a landscape of vineyards and lush hills, studded with dry stone walls. Its region is filled with enchanting vineyards and boasts a gentle, sun-kissed climate that favors the production of the most graceful and rare plots. The philosophy of the Domaine des Tours centers around perpetuating the family heritage and producing quality wines. The vineyard, of course, is always carefully maintained, and the winemakers are committed to refining the products in a traditional way. Each year, the estate produces a blend of a wide variety of grape varieties, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Cinsault, Grenache, and Syrah, to create rich, balanced, and aromatic wines. The Domaine des Tours also offers exclusive tours and tastings for wine lovers. Visitors can discover Tasting Guides presented by professional winemakers, explaining all aspects of the process. Visitors can also enjoy a tour at the Domaine des Tours, with insights into the vineyard, winemaking facilities, and brewing vats. The Domaine des Tours is one of the best destinations for wine enthusiasts. It ranks among the most prestigious winemaking estates in Vaucluse. The Legrand family and their dedicated winemakers make this estate an amazing place for wine lovers and a unique starting point for a journey through Vaucluse.

Top Domaine des Tours wines

Looking for the best Domaine des Tours wines in Vaucluse among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Domaine des Tours wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Domaine des Tours wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Domaine des Tours

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Domaine des Tours

How Domaine des Tours wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of braised beef with carrots, veal cutlets au gratin or rabbit in foil.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Domaine des Tours

On the nose the red wine of Domaine des Tours. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, grapefruit or oaky and sometimes also flavors of smoke, earthy or blackberry. In the mouth the red wine of Domaine des Tours. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the red wines of Domaine des Tours

  • 2017With an average score of 4.40/5
  • 2021With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2020With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2019With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2018With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.30/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Domaine des Tours.

  • Merlot
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Grenache
  • Mourvedre

Discovering the wine region of Vaucluse

Vast southern IGP between Ventoux, Luberon and the Rhône: signature Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre as fruity, sun-drenched reds with notes of cherry, raspberry, blackberry, garrigue (thyme, rosemary), Mediterranean spices and a peppery touch, supple tannins and a moreish finish. Cinsault and Carignan in support. Signature fresh rosés (strawberry, citrus). Viognier, Grenache Blanc and Clairette in whites.

IGP (2009), hot Mediterranean climate, limestone and sandy-gravel soils of the Comtat.

The top white wines of Domaine des Tours

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Domaine des Tours

How Domaine des Tours wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or spicy food such as recipes of my chef's pot, sushi cake or pad thai.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Domaine des Tours

On the nose the white wine of Domaine des Tours. often reveals types of flavors of oaky, tropical or quince and sometimes also flavors of peach, vanilla or ginger. In the mouth the white wine of Domaine des Tours. is a powerful.

The best vintages in the white wines of Domaine des Tours

  • 2014With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.80/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Domaine des Tours.

  • Clairette

Discover the grape variety: Cinsault

Light, fresh reds with a clear robe, supple tannins and a tender mouth, featuring aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, rose, peony and soft spices. The absolute pillar of Provençal rosés (Côtes de Provence AOC, Bandol rosé) to which it brings finesse and freshness, also a component of GSM blends in Côtes-du-Rhône and Languedoc. Also a single variety in South Africa where it is a parent of Pinotage. Historic southern French grape.

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Discover the grape variety: Counoise

Supple and fresh reds with a clear ruby colour, melted tannins and preserved acidity despite the sun, on aromas of strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, white pepper, garrigue and spiced notes. Airy and thirst-quenching palate. A traditional component of Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC (one of the 13 authorised varieties), it brings freshness, finesse and aromatic complexity to southern blends of Côtes-du-Rhône and Languedoc. Native Rhône variety, very late-ripening.