Clos de la Barthassade - Terrasses du Larzac - Les Gravettes - Red - 2022

Wine:

A blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah, the 2022 Red Terrasses du Larzac Les Gravettes bursts with ripe, sun-kissed aromas of fruit, complemented by notes of black olive, dried fruits, garrigue, and spices. It embodies a true Mediterranean character, with a joyful, fleshy texture that is both dense and balanced. The palate offers impressive maturity and freshness, combining concentration with vibrant flavor. Refined yet generous, this wine strikes a beautiful harmony and promises excellent aging potential for the next 10 years. A Selection Committee favorite, rated 93/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Whole harvest vinification: 60% Grenache and 50% Syrah. Vatting for 3 weeks. Aged for 17 months in demi-muids, barrels and concrete eggs.

Color:

Garnet red with purple highlights.

Nose:

An aromatic bouquet of dark fruits, black olive tapenade, dried herbs, and garrigue.

Palate:

Freshness, balance, and concentration define this cuvée, with fine, silky tannins and a dense yet inviting texture.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled or stewed meats, puff pastry tart with tomato mustard, lamb kebab with herbs.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032.

Le Clos de la Barthassade is raising the bar for Languedoc wines. Over recent vintages, Hélène and Guillaume Baron have brought a fresh perspective to the Terrasses du Larzac, producing wines with precision, balance, and remarkable freshness.

Their 13 hectares, located in prime sites across Montpeyroux, Saint-Saturnin, and Jonquières, are farmed biodynamically with meticulous attention to detail. Drawing on Guillaume’s experience in Burgundy with Sylvain Pataille and his time at Trévallon, they create wines that are approachable, vibrant, and driven by a true sense of place.