Côtes du Rhône - 2018 - Domaine Roche-Audran - 0,75L

A biodynamic Rhône red with bold character, balancing ripe fruit, southern spice and Mediterranean soul.

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: Côtes du Rhône
• Grape Variety: Predominantly Grenache, with Syrah and Mourvèdre
• Vintage: 2018
• Certification: Organic and biodynamic (Demeter)
• Terroir: Clay-limestone slopes with scattered river stones
• Vinification & Ageing: Hand-harvested, fermented in concrete vats, partially aged in large oak casks
• Alcohol: Approx. 14%

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep red with violet highlights
• Nose: Expressive, with ripe black fruit (blackberry, black cherry), garrigue, spices and black pepper
• Palate: Generous and velvety, with a solid structure, supple tannins and well-managed freshness
• Finish: Long and warm, marked by dried herbs and spice notes

🍴 Food Pairings

Ideal with
• 🥩 Grilled lamb, marinated chops, duck breast
• 🍲 Provençal daube, ratatouille, prune tagine
• 🧀 Aged semi-hard cheeses: sheep’s milk tomme, young Cantal

🫗 Serving Advice

• Serving temperature: 15–17°C
• Decanting: Not essential but beneficial (30 min)
• Opening time: 30 to 45 minutes before serving

🗓 Cellaring Potential

• Enjoy now or cellar until 2026

🏰 About the Domaine

Domaine Roche-Audran is located in Buisson, between Rasteau and Vaison-la-Romaine. Run by Vincent Rochette under strict biodynamic principles, the estate produces intense and sincere wines that reflect the true identity of the southern Rhône terroir.