{"product_id":"2022-domaines-de-lamy-les-tapisseries-rouge-igp-pays-doc-liberty","title":"2022 Domaines de Lamy, `Les Tapisseries` Rouge IGP Pays d'Oc - Liberty","description":"\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eOne of the most historic estates in the Languedoc, Château Fontarèche has been in the Mignard family since 1642 and is today owned by Jacques De Lamy. Winemaker Vincent Dubernet is the second generation of his family to make these wines, having taken over from his father as a consultant winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eChâteau Fontarèche comprises 160 hectares of sustainably farmed vines, surrounded by 10 hectares of forest. These vineyards are divided by the road. Those on the north side of the D11, beside and behind the Château, are classified as Corbières AOC, while those to the south of the road are IGP. These vines are planted on an ancient limestone terrace and are rooted in a combination of gravel and limestone soil covered by large pebbles, meaning water is easily absorbed but not well retained. The Mediterranean heat can therefore be challenging to manage in these vineyards and irrigation, when permitted, is widely used in the region. Château Fontarèche has two kilometres of irrigation channels surrounding their vineyards. This allows for effective drip irrigation when necessary, resulting in full physiological ripeness, creating wines with lovely vibrancy and supple tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eThe unoaked Viognier represents excellent value and is brimming with fleshy stone fruit, lychee and white flower aromas. The ‘Tradition Blanc’ is a delicious blend of Vermentino, Sauvignon Blanc and Colombard, with vibrant citrus fruit flavours and a refreshing acidity. According to Vincent, the use of Vermentino in the blend results in a better wine, but it also means the ‘Tradition Blanc’ can’t be classified as Corbières AOC. Tradition Rosé is an unusual blend of Picpoul Noir, Syrah and Grenache Noir. Vincent has championed the rarely seen Picpoul Noir grape variety, whose thin skins make it ideal for rosé production. This variety also adds a scented red fruit character to the finished wine. The ‘Tradition’ Rouge blends Carignan, Grenache Noir and Syrah, creating an expressive red fruit character and well-integrated tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eThe Vieilles Vignes, a blend of the oldest Carignan, Syrah and Mourvèdre vines on the estate, represents outstanding value. The Carignan, sourced from a plot planted in 1962, is hand-picked in whole bunches and undergoes semi-carbonic maceration to soften the tannins, while the Syrah and Mourvèdre are destemmed before being fermented and aged in stainless steel. The result is an inky, fragrant wine defined by pure blackberry fruit and a fresh herbal finish. The ‘Cuvée Pierre Mignard’ Corbières comprises a Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah blend and pays homage to Pierre Mignard, an illustrious De Lamy family ancestor who worked as an artist in the court of Louis XIV. The Picapolle Noir (a play on words on the Picpoul Noir variety), has a supple and expressive character, demonstrating why this unusual variety is worth seeking out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eDomaines de Lamy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root accordion_paragraphSection__v26kt MuiTypography-body1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes for this wine are sourced from the vineyards located the other side of the road from the property, which are classified as IGP Pays d'Oc. The vines sit on the same ancient limestone terrace and are rooted in a combination of gravel and limestone soil covered by large pebbles. This combination lends an excellent freshness and approachability to the finished wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiPaper-root MuiAccordion-root accordion_accordion__I9cut Mui-expanded MuiAccordion-rounded MuiPaper-elevation1 MuiPaper-rounded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiCollapse-root MuiCollapse-entered\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiCollapse-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiCollapse-wrapperInner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiAccordionDetails-root\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage in the Languedoc was characterised by hot conditions. Generous rainfall in March allowed for good water reserves in the soils and sustained the vines through the warm sumer. May saw above-average temperatures that prompted an early flowering. Summer was hot, meaning that careful management was needed in the vineyards to keep the fruit sunburn free and to avoid over concentration. Despite the challenges, the grapes harvested were of excellent quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiPaper-root MuiAccordion-root accordion_accordion__I9cut Mui-expanded MuiAccordion-rounded MuiPaper-elevation1 MuiPaper-rounded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiCollapse-root MuiCollapse-entered\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiCollapse-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiCollapse-wrapperInner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiAccordionDetails-root\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1\"\u003eThe wine is a blend of 50% Carignan, 20% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Alicante Bouschet. The grapes are night harvested and immediately destemmed upon arrival at the winery before undergoing gentle crushing. Fermentation in stainless steel takes place at 28°C and lasts for 8 days with daily pumping over. After 12 days of skin-contact, the wine is pressed and then undergoes malolactic fermentation and a brief period of ageing in stainless steel before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is garnet red in colour, with purple tones. The nose is brimming with bright aromas of red fruits married with a subtle spiciness. Vibrant and juicy on the palate with smooth tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wine Tasting Adventure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56607243764090,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0527\/4297\/9770\/files\/Lestapisseriesdefontarecherougenew2023__250x500_56907c14-bce7-4341-bc9a-3d94bec1e8e9.jpg?v=1771522057","url":"https:\/\/www.wine-ta.co.uk\/products\/2022-domaines-de-lamy-les-tapisseries-rouge-igp-pays-doc-liberty","provider":"Wine Tasting Adventure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}