Domaine MonpertuisLa Counoise de Jeune
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 La Counoise de Jeune from the Domaine Monpertuis
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the La Counoise de Jeune of Domaine Monpertuis in the region of Pays d'Oc is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with La Counoise de Jeune
Pairings that work perfectly with La Counoise de Jeune
Original food and wine pairings with La Counoise de Jeune
The La Counoise de Jeune of Domaine Monpertuis matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of roast beef with caramelized onion, mascarpone/gorgonzola macaroni gratin or roast veal with chanterelles and cream.
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 Counoise de Jeune from Domaine Monpertuis are 2007
Informations about the Domaine Monpertuis
The Domaine Monpertuis is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 8 wines for sale in the of Gard to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Gard
The wine region of Gard is located in the region of Pays d'Oc of Vin de Pays of France. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Roc d'Anglade or the Domaine Mas des Bressades produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Gard are Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Mourvèdre, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Gard often reveals types of flavors of cream, green apple or honeysuckle and sometimes also flavors of nutmeg, cheese or orange.
The wine region of Pays d'Oc
Pays d'Oc is the PGI for red, white and rosé wines that are produced over a wide area of the southern coast of France. The PGI catchment area corresponds roughly to the Languedoc-roussillon">Languedoc-Roussillon wine region, one of the largest wine regions in France. The area covers all wines that are not produced under the strict laws that govern AOC-level appellations in the regions: among them, Corbières, Minervois and the Languedoc appellation itself. The Pays d'Oc PGI is arguably the most important in France, producing the majority of the country's PGI wines.
The word of the wine: Muscaté
Wine reminiscent of the characteristic aromas of fresh muscat grapes.
