IGP Pays d'Hérault - Pur - Rouge - 2018 - Domaine Vaïsse - 0,75L

A deep and vibrant Carignan, revealing the serene power of Languedoc’s galets roulés and the precision of long ageing. 

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: IGP Pays d’Hérault
• Grape Variety: 100% Carignan
• Vintage: 2018
• Certification: Organic conversion
• Terroir: Rolled pebbles and red clay in Puéchabon, Terrasses du Larzac
• Vinification & Ageing: 20–30 days maceration, 24 months in oak barrels (1st to 3rd fill), blended 2 months before bottling, unfiltered wine
• Alcohol: 14.5% vol

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep garnet red
• Nose: Macerated black fruits, violet, touch of sweet spice
• Palate: Crushed raspberry, pure juice, supple tannins, dense and expressive finish
• Finish: Long and structured, driven by vibrant fruit and terroir depth

🍴 Food Pairings

• 🥩 Grilled red meats with rosemary
• 🍆 Roasted Mediterranean vegetables
• 🍣 Smoked duck breast
• 🧀 Aged alpine tomme

🫗 Serving Advice

• Serving temperature: 16–17°C
• Decanting: Recommended, 1 hour
• Opening time: 2 hours in the glass

🗓 Cellaring Potential

• Ready now or cellar until 2029+

🏰 About the Domaine

Founded in 2007 by Pierre Vaïsse in Puéchabon near Aniane, Domaine Vaïsse draws inspiration from the great names of Languedoc to craft profound and age-worthy wines. Grown on warm soils of the Terrasses du Larzac and farmed organically, this Carignan 2018 reflects the estate’s philosophy: silky texture, long élevage, and mineral poise.