Roulepierre Red
Pierre Amadieu - Côtes du Rhône
Red,Côtes du Rhône
25% Syrah - 75% Grenache
history
The Amadieu family settled in Gigondas in 1929. Pierre Amadieu, grandfather of the current winemaker, whose name is also Pierre, started the business with a small estate in Gigondas. In 1954, he had the opportunity to buy 280 acres that was not planted with vines. He gradually turned it into a vineyard, starting at the top of the hill at a place called "Grand Romane". Later he also planted vines halfway down the hill at the lieu-dit named "La Machotte". With these two domains, Pierre Amadieu is now known as a leading AOC Gigondas producer both in quality and quantity.
Vineyard
South Rhone Valley. Poor and stony clay-limestone soils. Vines : Average of 25 years old - 30 Acres -Yield : 2.3 T. Acre. Low yield for a Côtes du Rhône
Winemaking
Traditional with vatting for 15 to 17 days to extract the fruit./nConcrete vats. No oaking in order to "protect" the fruit.
Tasting notes
Very fruity in the nose. Medium-bodied with tannins that are present but soft.
Food pairing
Red grilled meats, Provençal dishes, pasta, chicken, etc.
Aging potential
3 years
Grape varieties
25% Syrah - 75% Grenache
Press
Current and upcoming vintage ratings :
202290 James Suckling
Previous rating
201990 Wine Enthusiast
90
2019
Herbaceous tones of sun-ripened bramble and bursts of blackberry and blueberry preserves introduce this bold, fruity Grenache-Syrah blend vinified entirely in stainless steel. Ready to drink immediately, this mouthfilling sip finishes on hints of charred vanilla bean, lavender and soft, silky tannins.
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