Domaine La Courtade produces Côtes de Provence I believe the predominant grapes are Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. The vineyard is on the island of Porquerolles, in the heart of the plain of La Courtade. The Domaine was founded by Henri Vidal in 1983 and borders the Mediterranean Sea.. 31 years later Edouard Carmignac took over the Domaine. It was certified organic in 1997.
The vineyard's hillside terroir is composed primarily of friable metamorphic schist and clay, which retain water while allowing the roots to penetrate very deeply in search of nutrients.
A maritime climate tempers the extremes, produces wines of character with excellent aging potential.
Decanted 45 minutes. Significant sediment. The wine opens with a nose of lavender on a background of forest mushrooms. Moderate body. Tannins are subdued. Fruit of blackberries in the background. Some tobacco and leather.
Served with seared tuna steak.
An unexpected aged beauty
92-93
by Billyosler1969