Tardieu-Laurent Vacqueyras Vieilles Vignes is a premium wine produced by Tardieu-Laurent, a renowned winery in the Rhône Valley. The wine comes from the Vacqueyras appellation, known for its old vines and exceptional terroir. The vineyards are situated on steep slopes with clay and limestone soils, which impart a unique character to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a rich and complex wine with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. This wine is a perfect representation of the classic Rhône style, with a full-bodied and elegant profile that will appeal to any wine lover.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This full-bodied Vacqueyras from Tardieu-Laurent is a stunning example of the appellation's terroir.On the nose, it shows notes of ripe blackberry, blueberry, and plum, intertwined with hints of leather and spice. On the palate, dark fruits mingle with earth, tobacco, and baking spices, all supported by a juicy structure and firm tannins. A must-have for any Rhone enthusiast.
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.