2012 Domaine Gauby, Les Calcinaires Rouge, Côtes du Roussillon Villages
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David Williams - The Observer - 20th July 2014
About this WINE
Domaine Gauby
The modern era for this excellent Côtes du Rousillon estate dates from 1985 when the energetic Gérard Gauby took over the family estate. Previously the wines were sold in bulk to the local co-operative, but Gérard took the brave decision to go it alone.
The domaine is situated in the village of Calce, in the Vin-de-Pays appellation of Coteaux des Fenouilledes. As the name of the village suggests, the soils in this area are predominantly chalky and are suitable for both red and white wines.
A number of grape varieties are planted at the domaine, the reds include Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignan, the whites are made from Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, Viognier and, unusually for this area, Chenin Blanc.
The wines are elegant and modern with great balance and concentration.
Other Varieties
There are over 200 different grape varieties used in modern wine making (from a total of over 1000). Most lesser known blends and varieties are traditional to specific parts of the world.
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The limestone soils which underwrite this cuvée are punctuated with plots of Carignan, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre . After a fairly prosaic cuvaison in tank the assemblage is aged for 11 months, 60% in barrel, 40% also in tank.
Representing over 50%, the Carignan dominates the blend, and very fine Carignan it is too, with rich dark fruits, firm yet ripe tannins and a finely sculpted finish.
Simon Field MW – Wine Buyer
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