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Southern Rhône
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Languedoc
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Château de Calavon
In the heart of Provence, Château de Calavon is closely linked to the wine tradition and is among the most important historic vineyards of the Pays d’Aix. This 60-hectare vineyard was first cultivated by the Princes of Orange before being divided up after the French Revolution and slowly reconstructed through the centuries.
The vineyard is all in one block and is lined with forests and hills. It constitutes an ecologic microcosm, preserved and authentic, cultivated to respect nature and the environment.
Property of the Audibert family for five generations that perpetuates the tradition,
aiming for the highest quality, such as in the elaboration of a white wine of great finesse, and exceptional red wines.
Château de Calavon is a fine mixture of traditional spirit and modern assets.
The whole staff of the Château is working to produce wines with a tang of soil, strong and structured, with a long-lasting maturing process assuring elegance and character. The Château de Calavon cuvée and the cuvée La Réserve its vin de garde offer a range of concentrated and expressive wines of the three colors.
The wines
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see product detailsThis Cuvée is blend of grapes from vineyards planted on south east hillside terraces and benefiting from the best sunshine. Grapes are harvested at optimum maturity and after natural extraction are aged during almost 30 months in concrete tanks.
The result is a wine with a great amplitude and tannic structure, with a long lasting and delicate taste and a slightly minty note on the finish.
This wine is excellent to accompany roasted lamb, venison and mature goat cheese.
Download the technical sheetVarietal
Syrah (55%), Grenache (30%), Cabernet-Sauvignon (15%)
Soils
Clay-limestone, stony
Robe
Deep and attractive ruby color
Nose
Elegant on black fruit aromas, blackberries, blackcurrants, black cherries with notes of spices, thyme and wild berries
Palate
Tannic structure, delicate with a long lasting finish
Serve
T°16-17°C
Potential aging
3 - 5 years
Yields
N/A hl/ha
Alcohol
14,5°
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see product detailsThis is the unique cuvée of rosé from Château de Calavon. It comes from a rigorous selection of the best vines. The yields are small and the fermentation is slow.
Both round and fresh, it’s the rosé for gourmet tables.
This wine can be an ideal partner for starters but also throughout the meal, with grilled meats, lamb, tagine and Asian cuisine.
Download the technical sheetVarietal
Syrah (48%), Grenache (37%), Vermentino (15%)
Soils
Clay-limestone, stony
Robe
Pale pink with hints of peach
Nose
Summer fruit aromas with raspberry, peach and spices
Palate
Very well-balanced, with a pleasant roundness, supported by vivacious and persistent fruit aromas
Serve
T°10-12°C
Potential aging
3 years
Yields
N/A hl/ha
Alcohol
13°
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see product detailsNot less than 4 grape varieties are blend to produce this white wine. After a meticulous selection, the grapes are aged on lees.
This cuvée combines elegance and freshness with subtle aromas. Its long finish will surprise you.
This wine can be served throughout the meal from starter to dessert: scallops with mushrooms, salmon steak, sea bream, summer fruits pie...
Download the technical sheetVarietal
Vermentino (70%), Sémillon (15%), Sauvignon (10%), Clairette (5%)
Soils
Clay-limestone, stony
Robe
Pure yellow with golden hints
Nose
Delicate aromas of exotic fruits with floral and mineral notes
Palate
Intense, full bodied and long finish. Well balanced and delicate wine
Serve
T°10-12°C
Potential aging
3 years
Yields
N/A hl/ha
Alcohol
13,5°
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see product detailsA complex blend of Syrah and Cabernet- Sauvignon that can age in bottle for many years. It is the result of a rigorous selection from the best juices. After a long maceration, it’s matured in French oak barrels for one year.
With its deep garnet color and harmonious aromas of precious wood and jammy fruit, this wine has a full-bodied structure with elegant tannins. Its real potential emerges after 4 years in the bottle.
This wine is perfect to accompany red meat, game and matured cheeses. Interesting with black chocolate desserts.
Download the technical sheetVarietal
Syrah (75%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%)
Soils
Clay-limestone, stony
Robe
Very intense red
Nose
Fruit aromas on the nose, slightly oaky with notes of menthol. After aeration, the fruit is revealed, spicy with notes of coffee, licorice and cinnamon
Palate
Full bodied wine with hints of vanilla, silky and dense tannins, great concentration, with an elegant and lingering finish
Serve
T°16-17°C Open 1 or 2 hours before serving
Potential aging
15 years or more
Yields
N/A hl/ha
Alcohol
14,5°
