Solus Rouge by Chateau de Caraguilhes

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninfirm

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 4 to 14 years from vintage.

vintage4 yrs14 yrs16 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: dark plum, spice, garrigue, warm stone

Palate: black fruit, wild herbs, fine tannin, amphora freshness

Biodynamic Corbieres-Boutenac built on Carignan with Syrah and Mourvedre; amphora-aged portion adds freshness to the structured oak component.

What it pairs with

Slow-roasted leg of lamb with rosemary
The wine's garrigue notes echo rosemary; structure carries lamb fat.
Beef daube Provencale
Solus' fine tannin meets slow-braised beef.
Aged Roquefort
The wine's structure contrasts the salty blue cheese.

History

Chateau de Caraguilhes has been organic-certified since 1987 and is now Biodyvin and Demeter biodynamic. Solus is the prestige cuvée, blending Carignan-led Corbieres-Boutenac with concrete and amphora ageing alongside oak.

1987: Chateau de Caraguilhes certified organic (Ecocert)
2012: First vintage of Solus Rouge

Facts

Producer: Chateau de Caraguilhes · visiting guide
Grapes: Carignan (45%), Syrah (30%), Mourvedre (25%)
Classification: AOC Corbieres-Boutenac
Oak: 10 months: 65% in wood, 35% in concrete tank and stoneware amphora
ABV: 14.5%
Price: EUR 28-42 at retail
Drinking window: 4-14 from vintage
First vintage: 2012
Biodynamic: Demeter Certified
Organic: ECOCERT
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Solus Rouge

What does Caraguilhes Solus Rouge taste like?

Dark plum, spice, garrigue and warm stone on the nose; black fruit, wild herbs, fine tannin and an amphora-led freshness on the palate. Full-bodied with firm tannins and a long finish.

When should I drink Caraguilhes Solus Rouge?

Drink between 4 and 14 years from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 60-90 minutes of decanting; the wine reaches its peak at 7-10 years.

What grapes are in Caraguilhes Solus Rouge?

Forty-five percent Carignan, 30 percent Syrah and 25 percent Mourvedre. The 35 percent amphora and concrete component adds freshness.

What food pairs with Caraguilhes Solus Rouge?

Slow-roasted leg of lamb with rosemary is the canonical pairing; the wine's garrigue notes echo rosemary. Beef daube Provencale and aged Roquefort are equally strong matches.

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