This fruity, spicy red wine is grown just west of the
ancient city of Beziers, in the Languedoc region of
southern France. Francoise Jougla, the owner of
Domaine de Clairac, and her father Claude, have been
involved in French organic viticulture since its rebirth
during the 1960s. Their expertise in the field is
widely respected throughout France. The health and
richness of their wines, and the vines where
they come from, reflect the decades of biological activity
maintained in their soils. Francoise has been managing the
family estate and all winemaking with a palate educated since childhood.
The 2003 vintage is a blend of 70% Grenache, 10% each Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Grenache expresses much of the flavor and body common to Languedoc red wines. Merlot and Cabernet add finesse and ripe fruit
flavors. The result is a very robust and drinkable wine with an aromatic nose and spicy, fruity taste. It is a good wine for any lighter meat or cheese dishes as well as
grilled fish and meats. Try a bottle with your next meal and you will appreciate the work this family has contributed to the world of organically grown wines!
Aging Potential: 2 to 3 years
Alcohol Content: 13%
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2006
Cabernet Sauvignon
La Marouette
Easy Cab! -- Vin de Pays d'Oc; 100% Cabernet Sauvignon.Alcohol Content: 12.5% AGING POTENTIAL : 2 to 3 years
2004
Rioja
Comisatio
Bodegas Navarrsotillo -- Made from a special selection of older vines and matured in american and french oak for 4-6 mos, this wine displays deep cherry hues with hints of burgundy. A complex aroma of red fruits with a bit of licorice influence from oak aging, it is excellent and smooth on the palate. A more serious red than the younger and simpler Noemus from this pioneer organic winery in Rioja. Spain deserves some recognition for a long tradition of heart warming wines now elaborated in high tech facilities. The result is convincing. If you have a chance, go visit the Bodegas Navarsotillo, you will be greeted by big smiles and open hearts, and ...lots of wines to taste! What a treat!DOC Rioja
Alcohol Content: 13%
AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK BEFORE 2010
2005
Coteaux du Languedoc
Famille de Janiny
Great Balance! -- Dark red ruby color. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. Medium bodied, flavorful, with smooth tannins in spite of the youthfullness. Elegant and interesting, with aromas and flavors of red fruits, spices and leather. The wine is kept in big oak casks bringing everything together in an harmonious symphony.
Alcohol Content: 13.5% AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK BEFORE 2010
2004
Bordeaux Supérieur
Château
Haut Mallet
Top Rate! -- Established in 1920, the Boudon vineyard lies in the Entre-Deux-Mers region, 25 km S.E. of Bordeaux, and covers 62.5 acres - 35 acres producing grape varieties: Sauvignon, Semillon, Muscadelle, and Ugni-Blanc for white wines. Since 1963 the vineyard has practiced organic farming, following the strict methods and rules defined by the BIOFRANC organic association. Thus, all of their vines are cultivated without chemical fertilizers, weed-killers, insecticides or artificial fungicides. Only organic compost of animal or vegetable origin, and natural insoluble minerals, are added to the land.Why such a choice? Patrick and Maryse Boudon, a couple with a combined total of 70 years’ winegrowing experience, explain: “We believe that wine can only be as good as the grape from which it is made, and the quality of the grape depends solely upon the husbandry devoted to it and the soil from which it stems. Organic farming is a concept based both on the respect of a natural order and on a complete trust . . .
2003
St Chinian
Château Bousquette
Prestige
Great Job! -- The vineyards of Château Bousquette, a 50 acre family estate, drape over the craggy hillsides of a small town called Cessenon, only 30 miles inland from the Mediterranean in the South of France. "Bousquette" (pronounced boo-sket) in French means thicket or grove. The word aptly describes the property: a simple family estate nestled in pine trees, lavender and thyme, overlooking miles of vineyards stretching all the way to the foot of the volcanic mountains, the Cévennes.The vineyards are moderated by the cooling breezes from the sea, giving the grapes a long, even growing season.This delicious creation merits a spotlight. It's a perfectly proportioned wine that takes an appellation (St. Chinian) to its full potential. Oak aged 1 year. Brilliant garnet color, deep blackberry aroma. Loaded with black cherry & cassis-like fruit. Round & harmonious, it is utterly satisfying from start to finish. Drink now or age up to 10 yrs.A.O.C. Saint-Chinian; 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 5% Carignan . . .
2006
Côtes-du-Rhône
Domaine des Cèdres
One of our earliest picks! -- Domaine des Cèdres is located in a small commune in France's Southern Rhône Valley. Often called a "Blessed Region," the Rhône Valley is in a climate that is ideal for grape growing. The vineyard features several plots on hillsides which have a stony, clayey and calcareous soil which are friendly to vines and little else. The stones absorb the hot summer sun and then reflect warmth onto the vines at night. The climate is mediterranean, although the Mistral, a cold northerly wind that can endure for days on end, is a feature of the Southern Rhône. The dry Mistral winds, however, minimize vine disease and dry out the vineyard if hit with summer rains.Domaine des Cèdres winemaker, Dominique Pons, is a true pioneer of organic viticulture. He has been into organic winemaking for at least 20 years, and was one of the first in the Côtes-du-Rhône AOC to go organic. In addition, he's been studying and applying the principles of Biodynamic farming at Domaine des Cèdres for several years, and is involved . . .
2003
Chardonnay
Richmond Plains
-- The Holmes family vineyard has been tended organically since its inception. The region’s cool climate, with long summer days and cold, crisp winters combine to create ideal grape growing conditions. Together with a commitment to organic methods, these conditions have resulted in elegant white wines and well-structured and balanced medium bodied reds.The 2003 Chardonnay Creamy reveals peach aromas with a touch of soft lemon while the flavors are predominately character and structure based rather than big and fruity. The full, easy drinking style has a flinty mineral backbone with soft peach and spice based flavors. The long elegant finish rounds out another great value fine
wine from Richmond Plains. Nelson 100% Chardonnay Alcohol Content: 13% AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK NOW!
2005
Muscadet
Château de la Fessardière
Good Deal! -- Alexis Sauvion is a very dedicated man. To the Earth, to his vineyard, to a certain idea and ideal of how man needs to find his place and balance among the living organisms, plants and animals, he is supposed to care for. Following Biodynamic principles he has patiently created and developed a well proportioned vineyard (60 acres) producing equally balanced wines. Grapes are always hand picked.Remarkable Muscadet from a forward thinker of the region. A light and dry wine with pleasant acidic balance. An easy marriage with seafood or pasta.VEGANAOC Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie 100% Melon de Bourgogne
Alcohol Content: 12%AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK NOW!
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