Abbotts & Delaunay, AOP Languedoc Rouge, 2024

"Drawing on my Burgundian family heritage, I craft my Languedoc wines with a focus on freshness and precision. Sourced from characterful terroirs, they reveal their place of origin and express themselves in perfect balance—between Mediterranean generosity and subtle elegance. My vision is driven by a commitment to sustainable viticulture and responsible practices, including biodiversity, living soils, lightweight bottles, and natural pigment inks." Jeanne Delaunay

Presentation

This Languedoc Rouge wine reveals the elegance and finesse of carefully selected terroirs, the result of a viticulture that respects biodiversity and precise winemaking techniques allowing to clearly showcase the Languedoc's true potential.

Terroir

This Languedoc Rouge, crafted from a blend of Grenache and Syrah, draws its balance from carefully selected vineyards known for their exceptional soils and distinctive character. South of Minerve, on the foothills of the Montagne Noire, the stony clay-limestone soils contribute both minerality and depth. On the hillsides bordering the Bassin de Thau, maritime influences shape a fresh, fruit-driven profile. A blend designed to reveal the full potential of Languedoc terroirs with freshness and balance.

Winemaking

The grapes are harvested at perfect maturity. About 30% of the Syrah is vinified as whole bunches, in order to preserve the fruit's liveliness. The rest is completely destemmed. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperature (22-23°C) to maintain finesse. Prolonged maceration with regular pump-overs promotes a silky texture and velvety tannins. A portion of the blend is aged in French oak barrels, the rest in stainless steel tanks, for 13 months to refine the structure and enrich the wine with subtle depth.

Varietals

Grenache noir : 60%
Syrah : 40%

Specifications

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Tasting

This Languedoc Rouge 2024 displays a deep colour with violet reflections. The expressive nose opens with intense fruit aromas of black cherry and blood orange, lifted by delicate floral notes of rose and violet, with a subtle hint of spice. The palate is round and supple, offering a harmonious balance between freshness and generosity. Fruity flavours unfold seamlessly, supported by fresh spices, notably grey pepper. The fresh finish extends this impression of finesse. A vibrant and fresh Languedoc Rouge, combining suppleness and aromatic expression with great elegance.

Food pairings

Best enjoyed at 16°C, this wine pairs beautifully with a charcuterie board, a Mediterranean vegetable tart, roast poultry, beef tartare or herb-grilled meats. It also complements well-aged soft cheeses.