Laurus
Vacqueyras 2019
AOP Vacqueyras Red
Awards
- 91 pts Wine Enthusiast 04/2023
- 94 pts Jeb Dunnuck 01/2022
- ***(*) John Livingstone Learmonth 11/2021
- 16,5/20+ Jancis Robinson 11/2020
- 91 pts Decanter 10/2020
TastingBeautiful, dense, deep red color with violet highlights. The dense, complex nose reveals notes of blackberry liqueur with a hint of menthol. Powerful, full-bodied and generous on the palate, sustained by a tannic structure that extends to a long finish with aromas of black tapenade. (taste 10/1/2024)
Beautiful, dense, deep red color with violet highlights. The dense, complex nose reveals notes of blackberry liqueur with a hint of menthol. Powerful, full-bodied and generous on the palate, sustained by a tannic structure that extends to a long finish with aromas of black tapenade. (taste 10/1/2024)
Food & wine pairingsRib of beef
Grilled lamb chop
Rib of beef
Grilled lamb chop
Detailed information
Vintage
The year 2019, with its so particular climatic conditions, once again offers us a great vintage. In fact, thanks to the significant water reserves from the heavy rains of autumn 2018, the vineyard perfectly resisted the summer drought. September, with its sunny days and cool nights, ensured harmonious development of the grapes, leading to a perfectly ripe and healthy harvest. The exceptional quality of the vintage is confirmed on tasting, with remarkably fruity red wines and a seductive velvety texture.
Grape varieties
65% Grenache, 35% Syrah
Terroir
Our selection commes from the Quaternary alluvial terraces of the “Garrigues”, in the Western section of the appellation. This thick layer of red clay provides a rich and generous aromatic pallet.
Winemaking
Harvest of the Syrah grapes started on September 6th and Grenache grapes on September 17th 2019.
13 months ageing in 275 liter Laurus barrels (two and three-year).
Bottled on June 9th 2021
2,938 bottles, 116 magnums produced
Service
Serve at around 13° to 15°C. Open an hour before tasting.
Best enjoyed between 2021 and 2029
Degree of alcohol
15,5% vol.
Laurus
Laurus means ‘Laurel’ in Latin, a Roman symbol of excellence. Here excellence is all about “terroir”: the grapes are grown on parcels selected for their ability to express the very best of each Appellation.
The term “terroir” encompasses a soil, a climate and people. Here it is expressed through sustainable partnerships with wine-growers who share our vision. The perfect combination of grape variey & soil, the precise maturing process in unique 275l. French oak "Laurus" barrels refines the structure, producing complex wines, with plenty of character, beautiful elegance and a long ageing potential.
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