In the glass
Aroma: red cherry, garrigue, spice, warm earth
Palate: red plum, wild herbs, soft tannin, fresh
Estate La Clape of Hospitalet built on Syrah-Mourvedre-Grenache-Carignan; traditional maceration with a portion vinified by carbonic maceration. The everyday face of the chateau.
What it pairs with
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Charcuterie board
Soft tannins and red-fruit lift pair with cured meats. -
Roast chicken with garlic and herbs
The wine's herb register matches herb-roasted poultry. -
Wood-fired pizza
Mid-weight La Clape and tomato-base pizza is a classic match.
History
La Reserve is the everyday face of Chateau l'Hospitalet - a four-variety La Clape with the same Bertrand biodynamic discipline but a more approachable price point.
- 2005 — La Reserve launched in current form
- 2013 — Estate begins biodynamic conversion
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau l'Hospitalet
- Grapes
- Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache, Carignan
- Classification
- AOC La Clape
- Oak
- 12 months in stainless steel for traditional maceration; portion in carbonic; brief barrique
- ABV
- 14.0%
- Price
- EUR 18-28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2005
- Biodynamic
- Demeter Certified
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about La Reserve
What does Hospitalet La Reserve taste like?
Red cherry, garrigue, spice and warm earth on the nose; red plum, wild herbs, soft tannin and a fresh finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannins.
When should I drink Hospitalet La Reserve?
Drink between 3 and 10 years from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30 minutes in carafe; the wine reaches its peak at 5-7 years.
What grapes are in La Reserve?
A four-variety La Clape blend of Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache and Carignan. Traditional maceration with a portion vinified by carbonic maceration.
What food pairs with Hospitalet La Reserve?
Charcuterie board is the canonical pairing; soft tannins and red-fruit lift pair with cured meats. Roast chicken and wood-fired pizza are equally strong matches.