Grand Vin Rouge by Chateau l'Hospitalet

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninfirm

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oakbarrel aged

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 cherry, garrigue, warm spice, Mediterranean herbs

Palate: black fruit, wild herbs, fine grain tannin, long warm finish

Grand Vin red of Hospitalet from the best plots of Syrah, Mourvedre and Grenache Noir; each variety vinified separately and blended in February before 12-month barrel ageing.

What it pairs with

Bouillabaisse and rouille
The wine's structure carries the saffron-and-fish stew of the Languedoc coast.
Lamb tagine with prunes
Warm spice and dark fruit echo the Moroccan spice palette.
Aged sheep cheese
Salt-and-nut sheep cheese contrasts the wine's wild herbs.

History

Gerard Bertrand acquired Chateau l'Hospitalet in 2002. The estate's Grand Vin Rouge is the flagship La Clape; the estate has followed biodynamic principles since 2013 and is Demeter-certified.

2002: Gerard Bertrand acquires Chateau l'Hospitalet
2013: Estate begins biodynamic conversion

Facts

Producer: Chateau l'Hospitalet · visiting guide
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre
Classification: AOC La Clape
Oak: 12 months in French oak barrels
ABV: 14.5%
Price: EUR 38-55 at retail
Drinking window: 4-14 from vintage
First vintage: 2002
Biodynamic: Demeter Certified
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Grand Vin Rouge

What does Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge taste like?

Dark cherry, garrigue, warm spice and Mediterranean herbs on the nose; black fruit, wild herbs, fine-grain tannin and a long warm finish on the palate. Full-bodied with firm tannins.

When should I drink Hospitalet Grand Vin 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 Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge?

Syrah, Grenache Noir and Mourvedre from the best plots of the estate. Each variety vinified separately and blended in February before 12-month barrique ageing.

What food pairs with Hospitalet Grand Vin Rouge?

Bouillabaisse and rouille is the canonical pairing; the wine's structure carries the Languedoc coast saffron-and-fish stew. Lamb tagine and aged sheep cheese are equally strong matches.

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