Clos St Antonin
Cotes du Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu 2023
| Denomination | AOC Côtes du Rhône Villages |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.5% by volume |
| Area | Rhone Valley (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Grenache |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months before bottling: Grenache in large oak vats (foudre), Syrah and Mourvèdre in barriques. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu from Clos Saint Antonin is an organic red wine with controlled designation of origin from the Rhône Valley. The result of a blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah from fifty-year-old vines, it displays an intense ruby colour in the glass and aromas of black raspberry, cherry, liquorice and toasted earth. On the palate, it is fleshy and structured, with dense tannins and well-balanced acidity. After ageing in oak barrels, the sip evolves into a long and persistent finish, enriched with notes of chocolate, making it ideal for pairing with game and stews.
Where it comes from
The area of origin is located in the southern Rhône, between Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas. The vineyards occupy the highest plots of the Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu area. The vines grow on a complex terroir, consisting of gravelly plateaus, red clays and silty marls. This composition encourages optimal ripening and a compact structure, ensuring excellent ten-year ageing potential. The estate operates in full compliance with organic farming principles.
How it is produced
Production begins with manual harvesting and careful selection of the bunches. After destemming, fermentation takes place in cement vats. The twenty-five day maceration ensures the phenolic extraction necessary to define the body of the wine. Ageing lasts twelve months and follows distinct paths: Grenache matures in large oak barrels, while Syrah and Mourvèdre rest in smaller barrels. The result is a profound wine, able to balance fruity density with delicate spicy nuances.
History and Curiosities
With roots dating back to the 18th century, the historic Clos Saint Antonin estate has been managed by the Sabon family since 2014. This excellent red is produced in Jonquières, within the prestigious Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu appellation. On a prime fifteen-hectare terroir located between Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas, the estate cultivates vines around 50 years old with full respect for the ecosystem, as evidenced by its strict organic certification. An expression that combines historical heritage and sustainability.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2014
- Oenologist: Isabelle Sabon and Christophe Sabon
- Hectares: 15
A natural promontory, the estate offers breathtaking views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux and the Rhône Valley plain.
Acquired in 2014 by the Sabon family, who already owned Domaine de la Janasse, the estate is located in the commune of Jonquières, at the highest point and on the edge of the Plan de Dieu appellation. Today, St Antonin is a traditional family-run business, managed with respect for the terroir, the environment and future generations. Read more
| Name | Clos St Antonin Cotes du Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Côtes du Rhône AOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Grenache |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone Valley |
| Vendor | Clos St Antonin |
| Story | History and Curiosities With roots dating back to the 18th century, the historic Clos Saint Antonin estate has been managed by the Sabon family since 2014. This excellent red is produced in Jonquières, within the prestigious Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu appellation. On a prime fifteen-hectare terroir located between Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas, the estate cultivates vines around 50 years old with full respect for the ecosystem, as evidenced by its strict organic certification. An expression that combines historical heritage and sustainability. |
| Origin | Courthézon (France) |
| Soil composition | Clayey and silty soils on marl |
| Fermentation | 25 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvest with selection in the vineyard; 90% destemming; 25 days maceration; 12 months ageing: Grenache in foudre (large oak casks), Syrah and Mourvèdre in barrique |
| Wine making | Manual harvest with selection in the vineyard; 90% destemming; 25 days maceration; 12 months ageing before bottling: Grenache in large oak vats (foudre), Syrah and Mourvèdre in barriques. |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months before bottling: Grenache in large oak vats (foudre), Syrah and Mourvèdre in barriques. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |