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The tasting |
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Intense, bright red. |
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The nose opens with a generous bouquet of ripe red fruits, enhanced by spicy notes and a floral touch reminiscent of the Provençal garrigue. |
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On the palate, the first impression is supple and fleshy, carried by delicate tannins and a lovely freshness that balances the richness of the fruit, leading to a long, harmonio |
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The sommelier's advice |
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Serve at 14–16°C. |
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Small stuffed vegetables, black olive tapenade toast, Provençal stew. |
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Serve at 14–16°C. |
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The estate and the wine |
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Passed down from mother to daughter for five generations, Domaine de Montvac stands as one of the shining stars of Gigondas and Vacqueyras. Under the guidance of Cécile Dusserre, the estate crafts wines for true connoisseurs—powerful and concentrated, yet always elegant and flavourful.
Certified organic, with meticulous aging in concrete vats or large oak casks, this beloved estate continues to impress us with its authenticity and finesse. |
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A Selection Committee favourite, rated 94/100, the 2022 Red Vacqueyras Arabesque impresses from the first pour with its spicy aromas, floral hints, and fragrant notes of wild herbs. The palate is generous and full-bodied, with beautifully textured depth supported by firm yet smooth tannins. It's a perfect balance of power and finesse, promising excellent aging potential. |
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Hand harvested. Vinification of each grape variety separately. Aged in concrete vats. |
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AWARDS |
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Wine rated 94/100 by our committee! |
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