Chateau de la Gardine, Rasteau 2021
Chateau de la Gardine, Rasteau 2021 is a dry, full-bodied red from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre (Rasteau, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity gentle; oak influence is little. Good with lamb, roast vegetables, beef stew, barbecue. Organic farming is mentioned by the merchant.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Puech-Haut Prestige Rouge 2021 Chateau Puech-Haut · Languedoc-Roussillon | £22.96 | |||
| Chateau de la Gardine, Rasteau 2022 Château De La Gardine · Rhône | £22.96 | |||
| Cairanne Peyre Blanche, Famille Perrin 2023 Perrin Family · Rhône | £23.00 | |||
| Rasteau, Domaine la Soumade, Frédéric Roméro 2024 Domaine La Soumade - F Romero · Rhône | £23.00 |
'The winemaking tradition of the Brunel family goes back to the 17th century. Gaston Brunel, a famous négociant, acquired the Château de la Gardine in Châteauneuf du Pape in 1945. The estate is now run by his two sons Patrick and Maxime, their wives Eve and Maryse, three of his grandchildren Marie-Odile, Philippe and Laure and two of his great-grandchildren Guillaume and Thibault. The estate spreads over 52 ha of vineyards (48 ha of red and 4 ha of white) and 20 ha of forests, all gathered around the property. The domaine is famous for the quality of their wines and for the iconic Gardine bottle. Château de la Gardine have always been very respectful of the planet. They have long used organic fertilizer, encouraged biodiversity (20 ha of forest, apicultural set-aside areas, insect houses) and use controlled weeding.'