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 juicy, sun-kissed aromas, revealing notes of black olive, dried fruit, garrigue, and spice. It exudes a true Mediterranean character, with a generous, vibrant structure that balances richness and freshness beautifully. The palate is dense yet supple, concentrated yet mouthwatering, delivering both finesse and indulgence. With a guaranteed ageing potential of 10 years, it’s a standout choice. A favourite of the Selection Committee, 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 wine perfectly, offering fine, silky tannins and a structure that is both generous and dense.

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.