At a glance

Producer

Clos des Plantes

Region

Languedoc, France

Grape variety

Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache (typical Rhône-style blend)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$40

Tasting profile

Fresh dark fruit (blackberry, plum), hints of spice, subtle earthiness, and mild oak influence

Evolution: With time, tertiary notes of leather, forest floor, and dried herbs will emerge

At peak: Complex layering of fruit, spice, and savory notes with silky tannins and balanced acidity

Structure

Acidity

Medium acidity providing freshness

Tannins

Medium to firm, well-integrated

Alcohol

14.0%

Aging potential

10-15 years from vintage, suitable for medium term aging

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2030

Optimal window

2024 to 2033

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking

Current condition

Youthful with developing complexity and structure

The wine's structure with firm tannins and balanced acidity supports medium-term cellaring, allowing primary fruit to integrate and secondary/tertiary aromas to develop fully over 6-10 years from now.

Food pairing

Grilled meats, hearty stews, roast lamb, mature cheeses, and dishes with Mediterranean herbs

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — To soften tannins and allow aromas to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Clos des Plantes employs biodynamic farming, limited intervention winemaking, natural yeasts, minimal sulfites, solar energy usage, and prioritizes water conservation

The producer’s biodynamic certification combined with renewable energy use and sustainable agriculture practices ranks the wine highly on sustainability. Local sales reduce transportation emissions. Packaging choices further minimize environmental impact.