Domaine de FontavinCuvée Tradition Vacqueyras
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Malbec and the Mourvèdre.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with beef, game (deer, venison) or lamb.
Taste structure of the Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras from the Domaine de Fontavin
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras of Domaine de Fontavin in the region of Rhone Valley is a powerful with a nice freshness.
Food and wine pairings with Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras
Pairings that work perfectly with Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras
Original food and wine pairings with Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras
The Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras of Domaine de Fontavin matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of roast beef with pepper, rice with paprika and merguez or potjevleesch (meat in a pot).
Details and technical informations about Domaine de Fontavin's Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras.
Discover the grape variety: Malbec
Deep, velvety reds with an intense purple colour, showing aromas of blackberry, black plum, violet, cocoa and gentle spice. Round tannins, fleshy palate, peppery length. Star of Cahors AOC (Côt, Auxerrois) in France and the absolute signature of Mendoza, Argentina (Uco Valley, Luján de Cuyo). A French South-West variety that became the Argentine emblem after its post-phylloxera decline.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Cuvée Tradition Vacqueyras from Domaine de Fontavin are 2014, 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2013.
Informations about the Domaine de Fontavin
The Domaine de Fontavin is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 33 wines for sale in the of Vacqueyras to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Vacqueyras
Southern Rhône cru neighbouring Gigondas: signature Grenache as king red (≥50%) with Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault - fleshy and spicy with notes of ripe black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant, black cherry), garrigue, kirsch, liquorice, pepper and a balsamic touch, firm tannins and a long finish (14-15°), between the power of Gigondas and the elegance of Châteauneuf. Lively rosés and ample whites (Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Roussanne). AOC (1990), ~1,450 ha, stony and sandy soils.
The wine region of Rhone Valley
France's 2nd-largest AOC vineyard, two complementary worlds. Northern: pure Syrah in signature reds (Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, Cornas), deep and peppery with blackberry, violet, black olive and smoked bacon notes, exceptional ageing. Opulent Viognier whites (Condrieu, apricot, flowers) and ample Marsanne-Roussanne. Southern: sun-soaked Grenache blends at Châteauneuf, Gigondas, Vacqueyras (candied fruit, garrigue).
The word of the wine: pH
Short for "hydrogen potential", the pH is a parameter that defines whether a medium is acidic or basic. A high pH gives a soft wine, a very low pH translates into a wine that is too acidic.
