L’Enclos Rouge, Domaine Montesquiou

Smooth and soft field blend from Jurançon

Jurançon is one of the most beautiful parts of France, set in the lush, green, rolling foothills of the Pyrénées, just to the west of Pau. It is also a challenging area for viticulture, only possible at sites offering both shelter from spring frosts and optimal exposure. Brothers Fabrice and Sébastien reintroduced ancient grape varieties, such as Petit Courbu, Camaralet and Lauzet, to bring more complexity and singularity to their dry whites. The brothers employ many of the techniques of biodynamic viticulture so that no insecticides and herbicides are used. This philosophy demands that they put a great deal of work in their vineyards to produce healthy grapes that have good balance between ripeness and acidity. Although, their primary production is white wines, they also make excellent reds using only native grapes.

L’Enclos Rouge is a field blend of Tannat, Cabernet Franc & Manseng Noir. The wine is gently extracted to keep the tannins gentle. Soft and fruity, with notes of black cherry and a touch of almond.

Colour – Red
Producer – Domaine Montesquiou
Country – France
Region – South West
Vegan – Yes
ABV – 13%
Grapes – Cabernet Franc, Tannat, Manseng Noir
Vintage – 2023
Sustainability – Biodynamic, Organic
Female Winemaker – No
Food Pairings – Grilled meats