Clape – Henry Lapierre – Château Rouquette sur Mer 2021

Grape varieties: Syrah (50%), Mourvèdre (30%), Grenache (20%)

Characteristics: The 2021 Henry Lapierre cuvée from Château Rouquette sur Mer is a rare single-plot selection, a tribute to the estate's founder. It is distinguished by a deep garnet color with purple highlights. The nose is intense, complex, and racy, revealing aromas of ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, blueberry), fine leather, garrigue, and spicy notes such as licorice and black pepper. On the palate, the structure is ample and tight, with perfectly integrated tannins and a dense but elegant body. Barrel aging brings toasted and balsamic touches, without ever masking the purity of the fruit. The long, saline finish expresses the full depth of the La Clape terroir.

Food Pairing: Ideal with rack of lamb with herbs, hare à la royale, or slow-cooked dishes with Mediterranean accents. Serve between 17 and 18°C ​​after decanting.

The Estate: Perched between the sea and the scrubland, Château Rouquette sur Mer is a benchmark in the La Clape appellation. A family property for four generations, the estate cultivates its 50 hectares of vines with respect for the terroir and the surrounding nature. The Henry Lapierre cuvée, made from the oldest vines on limestone soil, pays homage to the authenticity and grandeur of the site. The meticulous work in the vineyard and in the cellar gives rise to a wine for laying down, powerful, refined, and deeply rooted in its place of origin.