Description

This bottling is a tribute to his Romain Roche's father. Marcel Roche is a Côtes du Rhône made from a parcel of 70-year-old Grenache vines located in the terroir of Cairanne known locally as the "garrigue" - the plateau of vines south of the village sits on red clay and limestone soils covered with galets and gravel. This warm and herb-scented terroir provides much of the muscle and richness of Cairanne, but Romain treats this selection of fruit meticulously, preferring a gentle maceration to entice the suppleness and finesse of which these vines are capable. The wines are aged for 6 months in concrete tanks and neutral oak, the balance between oak and fruit always being judicious.

Domaine Roche Marcel Cairanne Rouge 2020

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Attributes

Type: Red Wine
Style: Bold and Complex Red
Country: France
Region: Southern Rhone
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 15
Size: 75cl
Vegan: Not certified

Domaine Roche

Domaine Roche consists of 25 hectares of vineyards with vines that are 50 years old on average, situated in Cairanne, in the Southern Rhône. Despite being one of the youngest winemakers in Cairanne and owning one of the newest domaines, Romain Roche is descended from generations of winegrowers. Romain’s father initially sold the vineyard’s fruit to the local co-operative. However, in 2009 Romain established Domaine Roche with the vision of producing his own wines, expressive of the Cairanne terroir.

Southern Rhone

The Southern Rhône, a renowned wine region in southeastern France, is celebrated for its diverse and robust wines. Benefiting from a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, it is ideal for viticulture. The Southern Rhône is famous for its blends, particularly from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, producing rich, full-bodied reds with complex flavours of dark fruit, spices, and herbs. Châteauneuf-du-Pape is the most prestigious appellation, known for its powerful and age-worthy wines. It also excels in producing aromatic whites and refreshing rosés. With its varied terroir and traditional winemaking techniques, the Southern Rhône offers a captivating wine experience for enthusiasts seeking high-quality and flavourful wines.