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AOP Terrasses du Larzac
Château la Sauvageonne Les Ruffes AOP Terrasses du Larzac 2023 – 75cl red wine
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AOP Terrasses du Larzac
Grenache Noir
Aubrac beef aged 4 weeks
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Wine description
Château la Sauvageonne is a legendary estate. Its exceptional exposure, location and terroir give it a unique character. The plots are situated in the north-central part of the Hérault, backed by the ridges of the Causse du Larzac. This climatic zone experiences wide temperature variations due to its distance from the sea and the proximity of the Causse, which brings a certain freshness during summer nights, beneficial for a slow and gradual ripening of the berries.
Food & Wine pairings suggested by our chef
Best enjoyed at 18°C with game or red meat.
Winemaking and ageing
Harvest is triggered on the basis of ripeness checks, analysis of polyphenols contained in the grape skins, and daily tasting of the grapes as harvest approaches. Picking healthy, ripe grapes is the essential step in achieving a high level of quality. The harvest is done by hand; the grapes are taken in containers to the winery within the hour and then sorted. A portion of the Syrah is vinified as whole bunches using the carbonic maceration method. The Grenache is destemmed before being placed in temperature-controlled vats for traditional maceration. A tiny quantity of Carignan from one of the most qualitative plots is added to the blend. Each grape variety is vinified separately. The maceration period is around 20 to 25 days. At the end of winter, the wines are transferred into new 225-litre barrels for a period of between 12 and 16 months.
Tasting note
The colour is ruby with intense, slightly brick-tinged reflections. A nose of garrigue, jammy and spiced, reveals subtle notes of black fruits and gingerbread. On the palate, the Cuvée Les Ruffes presents aromas of well-ripened black fruits, with fine, elegant tannins that form a beautiful balance with the wine's freshness.
Storage
Keep away from sunlight and at a constant temperature
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Technical sheet
Château la Sauvageonne Les Ruffes AOP Terrasses du Larzac 2023 – 75cl red wine
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Each product page provides a food and wine pairing suggestion suited to the cuvée. Our online tasting assistant can also advise you based on your menu.
The ageing potential depends on the cuvée and vintage — it is specified in this wine's technical sheet. In general, our wines for ageing and fine wines can be kept for more than 10 years, or even over 100 years for our fortified sweet wines, whilst our lighter cuvées, intended to be enjoyed young, are best appreciated within 2 to 3 years of purchase.
The alcohol content (% vol.) varies by cuvée and vintage; it is listed in the product’s technical data sheet, below the description.
The majority of our red, white and rosé wines are dry. Our natural sweet wines (Rivesaltes, Maury...) and certain crémants are sweet or semi-dry. The style (dry/sweet) of this cuvée is specified in its description.
The grape varieties, appellation and terroir of origin are indicated in this product’s technical data sheet.
Like almost all wines, our cuvées contain sulphites (naturally present during fermentation, sometimes added in small quantities as a preservative). Details (“no added sulphites”, level, etc.) are specified on this product’s technical data sheet and on the back label.
Many Gérard Bertrand cuvées are vegan certified (100% plant-based fining agents, no products of animal origin). This wine’s vegan status is indicated in its certifications on the product page.
A large proportion of our production is certified Organic Agriculture and/or Biodynamic (Demeter). The certifications applicable to this cuvée are listed on its product page under “Certifications”.
As a general rule: 8-10°C for rosés and light whites, 10-12°C for more complex whites, 16-18°C for reds. The most suitable serving temperature for this cuvée is also indicated on its technical sheet.
This depends on the wine and its age, as specified on the technical data sheet where relevant. As a general rule, our powerful age-worthy wines benefit from being decanted 30 minutes to 1 hour before tasting; lighter wines, whites and rosés can be served directly.
Yes, several cuvées are available in gift boxes, individually or as an assortment. See the “Gift Boxes” section of the shop or the product page to view the available options.
Depending on the cuvée: 37.5 cl (half-bottle), 75 cl (standard size), 150 cl (Magnum), and sometimes larger sizes. The size(s) available for this product are indicated on its product page.
We do not produce dealcoholised wine. However, our range offers wines with lower alcohol content: So'Vive (naturally low-alcohol organic white wine), Le Chouchou (light red wine) and Cote des Roses Red Léger. The precise alcohol content of each cuvée is indicated on its product sheet.
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