Presentation
Located in Beaumes-de-Venise, Domaine De Fenouillet is renowned for its expertise in the production of Muscats and characterful red wines. This family estate, cultivating its vines organically, highlights ancestral know-how combined with modern techniques. The reds, made from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, display beautiful intensity, with notes of black fruits, spices, and balanced tannic structure. The estate's Muscats, emblematic of the region, reveal an exuberant aromatic palette, between candied citrus and honey, with great freshness on the palate. An essential estate for discovering the richness of southern Rhône wines.
Terroir
The vines are planted on the stony hillsides of Saint-Hippolyte, a terroir that brings structure, freshness, and mineral tension to the wine.
In the vineyard
The estate is cultivated using certified organic farming methods, with a focus on biodiversity, soil vitality, and minimal intervention.
Harvest
Grapes are harvested manually at full ripeness to preserve aromatic intensity and balance.
Winemaking
Key stages include gentle pressing and destemming, followed by alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in tanks or barrels. Indigenous yeasts are used, and fermentation temperatures are carefully controlled to preserve freshness and aromatic precision. Each step is designed to respect the integrity of the fruit and the character of the terroir.
Ageing
Ageing is carried out in a combination of large oak vats (foudres), barrels, and egg-shaped concrete tanks. This diversity of vessels allows for a refined integration of tannins and aromatic complexity.
Varietals
Grenache
Syrah
Carignan
Specifications
Serving
Serving temperature: 14–16 °C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
The nose reveals juicy red fruits such as wild strawberries and raspberries, along with spicy notes of black pepper and licorice. On the palate, the wine is fresh and evolves with a supple, silky texture. The tannins are dense yet perfectly integrated. A subtle freshness brings brightness and balance to the whole, making it both vibrant and harmonious.
Visual appearance
Brilliant ruby-red hue.
At nose
Wild strawberry, raspberry, black pepper, licorice.
On the palate
Fresh, silky texture, dense and smooth tannins, balanced and vibrant finish.
Food pairings
This wine calls for convivial cuisine with delicate textures. It pairs beautifully with grilled chicken fillets marinated in thyme and preserved lemon. The freshness and spice of the wine enhance the smoky, citrusy notes of the dish, creating a perfect harmony.
