2022 Domaine de la Grange des Peres 750ml

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About This Wine

Domaine de la Grange des Pères, located in Aniane, Languedoc, is regarded as one of the cult estates of the region. Production is tiny and meticulous, with wines released as IGP Pays d'Hérault rather than under the local AOC.

The estate was founded by the late Laurent Vaillé, who trained in viticulture and oenology and worked with JF Coche-Dury, JL Chave and Domaine de Trévallon before returning to Aniane. The first vintage was released in 1992.

Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are planted on limestone soils at 300 metres altitude with northerly exposure, while Mourvèdre is planted on pierres roulées with a southerly aspect. Yields are kept extremely low, often between 10–25 hl/ha depending on vintage conditions.

The wines are vinified separately by variety using natural yeasts and long maceration. Maturation is up to 24 months in barrel (approximately one third new oak).

About the Producer

Domaine de la Grange des Pères extends over approximately 12 hectares of parcels within a few miles of the estate in Aniane. The viticultural philosophy is described as lutte raisonnée, with minimal treatments, soil cultivation, manual sorting and careful canopy management.

Specifications

• Vintage: 2022
• Grape Variety: Syrah / Cabernet Sauvignon / Mourvèdre
• Region: Aniane / Languedoc / France
• Classification: IGP Pays d'Hérault
• Maturation: Up to 24 months in barrel (approximately one third new)
• Alcohol: 13.5%
• Sweetness: Dry
• Closure: Cork
• Drinking Window: 2027–2037