At a glance

Producer

Domaine Gramenon

Region

Côtes du Rhône, France

Grape variety

Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah (red blend)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Red cherry, raspberry, with herbal and garrigue notes, subtle spice and mineral undertones.

Evolution: Will develop more complexity with leathery, smoky, and earthy characteristics over 4-6 years.

At peak: Balanced fruit and tertiary flavors with softened tannins and enhanced length.

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to lively

Tannins

Medium to firm, well-integrated

Alcohol

Approx. 14%

Aging potential

8-12 years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2030

Optimal window

2025 to 2030

Current status

Youthful, developing complexity

Current condition

Bright fruit, evolving tannins

Domaine Gramenon’s Poignée de Raisins integrates Grenache-based fruit ripeness with Mourvèdre and Syrah structure, enabling medium-term aging. The wine shows freshness now but gains complexity with age due to balanced acidity and tannins typical of quality Côtes du Rhône wines.

Food pairing

Grilled lamb, Provençal stews, roasted vegetables, game birds, and hard cheeses like aged sheep or goat varieties.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — Young tannins will benefit from aeration to soften and open aromas.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Domaine Gramenon emphasizes organic and biodynamic viticulture practices, minimal intervention winemaking, hand-harvesting, composting, use of natural yeasts, and no synthetic pesticides or herbicides. The estate employs water conservation methods and solar energy use in their facilities. Bottles are light-weighted with natural corks and recycled packaging where possible.

Domaine Gramenon's commitment to organic/biodynamic farming combined with energy-efficient winery operations and environmentally responsible packaging leads to a very sustainable production model. The local European distribution reduces emissions versus imported wines, supporting a high sustainability rating.