Winery Henri de FloretVacqueyras
Red wine
This wine generally goes well with beef, game (deer, venison) or lamb.
Food and wine pairings with Vacqueyras
Pairings that work perfectly with Vacqueyras
Original food and wine pairings with Vacqueyras
The Vacqueyras of Winery Henri de Floret matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of vegetable noddles, lamb roast with lavender or duck breast in a crust.
Details and technical informations about Winery Henri de Floret's Vacqueyras.
Discover the grape variety: Grassen
Structured, fresh reds with a deep purple colour, firm tannins and an ample palate with fresh acidity, signature aromas of red fruits (cherry, raspberry) and alpine spices. Moderate ageing potential. Preserved for its heritage value, it belongs to the rare indigenous varieties of Valais and occasionally features in artisanal high-altitude cuvées. Indigenous Swiss black variety from Valais, grown in tiny quantities.
Informations about the Winery Henri de Floret
The Winery Henri de Floret is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 6 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: Press (wine)
In red winemaking, wine made from the marcs by pressing after devatting. See goutte (wine of).
