The Carignan Family - Carignan Noir & Carignan Blanc

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Carignan is a varietal that provokes strong reaction in those who know about it.

Since his childhood, Olivier’s favourite places to play have been the vineyards and the wine cellar at his family’s wine estate founded in 1701 in Pézenas. With this upbringing, he developed a passion for nature and Languedoc wines.

This 2-bottle bundle of "Carignan Family" includes both Carignan Noir & Carignan Blanc. It's a rare bundle to show case the heritage of old vines at Languedoc, the viticulture and winemaking of Olivier Coste, the 9th generation vigneron from the Coste family.

As a vine, Carignan is difficult to grow and has a few disadvantages. It ripens late and it can be susceptible to both powdery mildew and downy mildew that requires extra care. It is not suitable for mechanical harvesting because its stalks are particularly tough.

As a wine, Carignan can be pretty tough too. Carignan Noir needs special vinification method to ensure wines can be drunk reasonably young. As it ages, the tannin smoothes nicely.

VINTAGE: 2019

ORIGIN: Roquessels, Hérault, IGP Pays d’Oc

GRAPES : Carignan Noir

SOILS : Schist

ALCOHOL : 13.5%

VINIFICATION : Grapes are destemmed before a 3-week maceration, with temperature control and regular pump overs to enhance the aromatic expression. Bottling takes place in late winter to preserve freshness

TASTING: Carafe the wine for 15 minutes before drink. The best way to enjoy the wine is to invite friends over, open a bottle and enjoy the moment. This wine displays tranquil dark chocolate colour, with aromas of rich dark fruit and spice, yet remains fresh and delightful. It pairs very well with dark chocolate for leisure, stir-fried black pepper beef, or your daily meals. Chill the wine before serving.

RARE- Carignan Blanc

Carignan Blanc is a rare Mediterranean grape varietal. Only 250 hectares remain, mostly in Languedoc. RARE-Carignan Blanc comes from a 70-year-old plot planted next to the sea.

We like it for its originality, vivacity, floral aromas and long finish.

VINTAGE: 2021

ORIGIN: Castelnau-de-Guers, Hérault, Vin de France

GRAPES: Carignan blanc

SOILS: Limestone

VINIFICATION: Grapes are harvested at night to avoid oxidation. They are destemmed before a 24-hour maceration. Then, they are pressed and ferment at low temperature to promote freshness and aromatic expression.

TASTING: The best way to savor our wines: invite friends over, open a bottle and enjoy the moment ;-). This wine is fresh and floral with great minerality, a rare white varietal that matches vegetable salad well. It goes with white fish, seafood, poultry too. Chilled for better experience.

Alcohol Content: 12.5%

Both Carignan Noir & Carignan Blanc are carbon neutral wines.