Xavier Vignon - Beaumes de Venise - Arcane L'Étoile - Red - NM

Wine:

The Beaumes de Venise Arcane L’Étoile Red NV is a blend of several vintages, sourced from parcels at 500 meters altitude on the coolest terroirs of the appellation, with sandy, limestone, and clay soils. Aromas of dried flowers and macerated fruits create a pure and delicate bouquet. The wine is generous, with abundant fruit framed by silky, well-integrated tannins. There’s a vibrant freshness, giving the impression of a wine with a decade of evolution, making it both refined and easy to drink. Perfectly suited for pairing with ribeye or game dishes. Rated 95/100 by Jeb Dunnuck.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Long maceration. Aged 15 months in new barrels and concrete vats.

Color:

Intense carmine red.

Nose:

Complex aromas of dried flowers and macerated fruit

Palate:

Well-balanced in terms of freshness and density, the tannic structure is mellow, with a patina of character and an easy-to-digest appearance.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled rib of beef with rosemary, pork effiloché with pepper, skewer of duck breast with red bell pepper.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2034

An international expert and leading advisor behind some of the most successful wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and its region, Xavier Vignon crafts his own cuvées with masterful precision.

Praised by renowned American critic Robert Parker, this Rhône Valley artisan continues to expand his talent, exploring the region’s most promising and highly rated terroirs.

A gifted blender and winemaker, Xavier Vignon has become a trusted name among wine enthusiasts who value his precise, fresh, and vibrant wines. This tireless innovator constantly reimagines the southern Rhône, creating a style now celebrated by top critics.