Blondus Ricardus AOC Corbières 2019

Vins Pierre Richard

Blondus Ricardus AOC Corbières
2019

  • Sustainable

$27.95

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 0.10
Product code
14703444
Format
6 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Specialty by lot
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$24.31
Country
France
Regulated designation
Appellation origine controlée (AOC)
Region
Languedoc-Roussillon
Appellation
Corbières
Varietal(s)
Mourvèdre 30 %
Syrah 40 %
Carignan 20 %
Grenache 10 %
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Closure type
Cork
Aging potential
To drink or to keep 8 years according to the vintage.
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About this winery

Nestled between two ponds in Gruissan on what used to be an island, the Domaine de L'Evêque extends over 50 hectares of garrigue and vineyards where the traditional Corbières grape varieties are cultivated using sustainable agriculture (HVE Level 3). The estate located on a peninsula of the maritime Corbières was once owned by the bishops of Narbonne. Pierre Richard discovered it by chance in 1986 and immediately fell under the charm of its unique topography and landscape. There is water...

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Production notes

VINIFICATION : Grapes coming from a farm qualified to High Environmental Value level 3. Suppression of insecticides .Manual harvesting. Long maceration.

Tasting notes

Nice deep rich color. The nose is open and flattering, with notes of ripe cherries. The palate is full and flavorful with a nice balance of tannins. Food Pairings : Meats in sauce, roasted or grilled, as well as most cheese platters. SERVING ADVICE The complexity and richness of this wine will be enhanced by decanting 1 hour before drinking.