Family heritage, unique terroirs, an ecological approach and a passion for wine, Domaine de la Ligière combines all the ingredients to offer you exceptional vintages.
Founded in the 19th century, our family-run estate in the Rhone Valley continues to be run by the next generation. Thanks to the hard work of our elders, our estate now extends over 60 hectares of vines in prestigious appellations such as Vacqueyras, Beaumes de Venise and Gigondas.
Founded in the 19th century, our family-run estate in the Rhone Valley continues to be run by the next generation. Thanks to the hard work of our elders, our estate now extends over 60 hectares of vines in prestigious appellations such as Vacqueyras, Beaumes de Venise and Gigondas.
Presentation
Presentation
At the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, we benefit from one of the most favorable terroirs for winegrowing and exceptional crus.
Terroir
Soil: Calcareous sands
In the vineyard
Composition: 70% Grenache (30 year old vines), 30% Syrah (30 year old vines)
Average Yield: 50 hl/ha Harvest: Manual harvest; grapes are completely destemmed.
Average Yield: 50 hl/ha Harvest: Manual harvest; grapes are completely destemmed.
Winemaking
Winemaking techniques: Hand-picked grapes, natural yeast fermentation, not fined.
Varietals
Grenache noir : 60%
Syrah : 40%
Syrah : 40%
Specifications
GM : NO
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
16°C/61°F
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Blackberry-prune aroma here, with a toffee ease in it, a little crunchy spice: this is a wide and solid nose. Palate - mild fruit, is easy textured and offers mid-palate pleasure.
Food pairings
Excellent when paired with duck or goose dishes
