Château Sainte-Eulalie
Château Sainte-Eulalie Plaisir d'Eulalie Minervois
Red wine
3.8
Expert Rating
3.8
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Ste. Eulalie, nestled in France's Minervois region, boasts a picturesque setting between Narbonne and Carcassonne. Surrounded by the rugged Montagne Noire and the distant Pyrenees, its terroir is as enchanting as it is diverse. Purchased by Laurent and Isabelle Coustal in 1996, the estate underwent a comprehensive revitalization, culminating in its recognition as a "Cru de Languedoc." Spanning 34 hectares of terraced vineyards, it epitomizes the essence of Minervois, with organic, sustainably certified viticulture. The soil, rich in clay and limestone, nurtures Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, and Cinsault vines, yielding vibrant, dry rosés celebrated for their exuberant fruitiness and refreshing finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Sainte-Eulalie Plaisir d'Eulalie Minervois is a delightful wine from the Minervois region.On the nose, this wine offers a bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle hints of spices and herbs. The aromas are inviting and give a sense of the wine's complexity.
The palate is equally impressive, with a medium to full body and a smooth, velvety texture. The flavors of red fruits continue to dominate, with additional notes of blackberries and plums. There is a nice balance between the fruitiness and the well-integrated tannins, providing structure and depth to the wine.
The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering impression of the wine's elegance and finesse. Château Sainte-Eulalie Plaisir d'Eulalie Minervois is a wine that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a variety of dishes, such as grilled meats, hearty stews, or aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2029
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Shiraz/Syrah
Grenache
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Sainte-Eulalie
Region: Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon is an expansive wine region in the south of France stretching from Nîmes and Montpellier east along the Mediterranean coast and inland to the Spanish border. It is the largest wine-producing region in the country, with a long and rich history of winemaking.
The Languedoc-Roussillon region has been producing wine since the Roman Empire. It was the first region in France to produce sparkling wines, and it has been a major producer of fortified wines since the Middle Ages. In the 19th century, the region was known for its sweet wines, but in the 20th century, it began to focus on producing dry wines.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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