Domaine Anne Gros & Jean-Paul Tollot
Domaine Anne Gros & Jean-Paul Tollot Les Carrétals
Red wine
4.6
Expert Rating
4.0
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WINE DESCRIPTION
The "Domaine Anne Gros & Jean-Paul Tollot Les Carrétals" is an exemplary red wine that emerges from the unique collaboration between two renowned Burgundian winemakers, Anne Gros and Jean-Paul Tollot. This wine is sourced from the Les Carrétals vineyard, nestled in the Minervois region of Southern France. The vineyard is notable for its old Carignan vines, some over 100 years old, planted in the region's characteristic limestone and clay soils. These ancient vines yield grapes of exceptional concentration and depth. Anne Gros and Jean-Paul Tollot combine their Burgundian expertise with the distinct terroir of Minervois to craft a wine that is both reflective of its origin and indicative of their winemaking pedigree. The result is a wine that exhibits the elegance and finesse of Burgundy with the bold, sun-drenched character of the Languedoc.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Domaine Anne Gros & Jean-Paul Tollot Les Carrétals presents itself with a deep garnet color.The bouquet is rich and enticing, offering a blend of dark fruit aromas like blackberries and plums, complemented by hints of spice, licorice, and a touch of earthiness, a signature of Carignan. On the palate, the wine is remarkably balanced, displaying a harmonious blend of power and elegance. The texture is smooth with well-integrated tannins, and the flavors are a complex array of dark fruit, subtle garrigue herbs, and a lingering minerality. The finish is long and satisfying, with a persistent echo of the unique character of Les Carrétals. This wine is a true expression of the collaboration between Gros and Tollot, marrying the sophistication of Burgundy with the rustic charm of Minervois.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine Anne Gros & Jean-Paul Tollot
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
4.0
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