At a glance

Producer

Domaine de l'Idylle

Region

Savoie, France

Grape variety

Mondeuse

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Ripe dark red fruit (black cherry, wild raspberry), peppery spice, floral notes, earthy minerality.

Evolution: Over time, evolves to show more savory and forest floor elements with softer tannins.

At peak: Balanced complexity with integrated fruit, spice, and mineral nuances.

Structure

Acidity

High, bright and refreshing

Tannins

Medium to medium-high, firm but refined

Alcohol

13.0%-13.5%

Aging potential

8-12 years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2030

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

Fresh with developing complexity

The wine’s high acidity and firm tannins provide structure that supports medium-term aging, allowing the primary fruit to soften and secondary, earthy and spicy characteristics to develop around years 5-10 post vintage.

Food pairing

Pairs well with grilled meats (lamb, beef), game birds, mushroom dishes, and savory regional cheeses from Savoie.

Serving

Serving temperature

15-17°C (59-63°F)

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To allow oxygenation enhancing aromatic complexity and softening tannins.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Hand-harvesting, minimal intervention winemaking, use of natural yeasts, limited sulfur additions, cover crops and soil management to preserve biodiversity.

Domaine de l'Idylle employs organic viticulture and environmentally mindful cellar practices, emphasizing energy conservation and water efficiency. Use of biodiverse cover crops improves soil health, while local market focus reduces transport emissions, contributing positively to sustainability despite no biodynamic certification.