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Wine of France

‘Les Dauphins’ represents all that is good about the heritage of classic French wine. It comes from the sun drenched vineyards of the Rhône Valley in the deep South of France. It’s made by the leading producer in the region, Cellier des Dauphins. Expect classic Côtes du Rhône, bursting with ripe summer fruits, all backed up with rich, spicy, peppery flavours. Great with all red meats especially beef and lamb or ideal if you like a glass of red with character.

Tasting Notes
Expect classic Côtes du Rhône, bursting with ripe summer fruits, all backed up with rich, spicy, peppery flavours. Elegant and soft tannins.
Region of Origin The Rhone Valley
Wine Colour Red
Alcohol Units 10.1
ABV 13.5%
Current Vintage 2012
Producer Union des Vignerons des Côtes du Rhône
Type of Closure Synthetic Cork: Other
Wine Maker Thierry Walet

Grape Variety
RedGrapeBlend
Vinification Details
80% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre Trellis system: “Gobelet” for the Grenache grapes & “Guyot” for the Syrah grapes 30% hand harvest and 70% machine harvest at full maturity (mid-September) Fermentation in small temperature-controlled tanks during 2-3 weeks The grapes are harvested at their optimum of maturity to express the best fruit flavours of Grenache. Management of the vineyard in respect of the environment: minimal use of any chemical intervention in the form of fertilisers and pesticides and then only on a strict ‘as needs’ basis.
History
This wine comes from the region known as “The gateway to the Mediterranean” which, as the name suggests, is the area at the southern end of the Rhône Valley.
Regional Information
The vineyard is planted on chalky-clay slopes. 2010 had ideal weather conditions, particularly September with long sunny days and cool nights giving soft and fruity wines.
Storage Type
Ambient
Storage Instructions
This wine is ideal for drinking now but can be kept for up to 2 years