La Clape – Terroir Spirit – Château Rouquette sur Mer 2022

Grape varieties: Syrah (40%), Grenache (30%), Mourvèdre (20%), Carignan (10%)

Characteristics: The Esprit Terroir cuvée from Château Rouquette sur Mer, in the La Clape appellation, offers an authentic and sunny expression of this maritime terroir. Its deep ruby ​​color is radiant with youth. The nose reveals intense aromas of ripe black fruits—blackberry, plum, cherry—mixed with notes of garrigue, bay leaf, black pepper, and cocoa. On the palate, the attack is full and velvety, with generous body, melted tannins, and a beautiful freshness that balances the whole. The partial aging in oak barrels brings roundness and complexity, without masking the liveliness of the fruit. The finish is long, expressive, with a beautiful spicy and mineral imprint.

Food Pairing: This characterful wine pairs perfectly with herby lamb chops, prune tagine, grilled rib-eye steak, or spicy Mediterranean cuisine. Serve between 16 and 18°C, after aeration.

The Estate: Located on the immediate edge of the Mediterranean, in the foothills of the La Clape mountain range, Château Rouquette sur Mer is an iconic family estate of the appellation. Benefiting from a unique marine microclimate and highly draining limestone soils, the vineyard is carefully cultivated with respect for the environment. The vinification is traditional, with particular attention paid to plot selection. Esprit Terroir is the estate's signature cuvée, fully expressing the generosity, saline freshness, and typical character of this great Languedoc terroir.