Chateau La Coste Grand Vin Rouge by Chateau La Coste

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninfirm

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oaknew oak

Drinking window

Best 4 to 15 years from vintage.

vintage4 yrs15 yrs17 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: black cherry, garrigue, tobacco, violet

Palate: blackcurrant, wild herbs, graphite, cedar

Coteaux d'Aix flagship red from biodynamic vineyards on the 200-hectare La Coste estate. Syrah-led, structured, herb-driven.

What it pairs with

Roast leg of lamb with rosemary Firm tannin frames the lamb fat; garrigue notes echo the herb crust.More wines for lamb →
Daube provencale Slow-braised beef with red wine and orange peel meets the wine's leather and iron register.More wines for beef stew →
Aged Comte cheese Nutty alpine cheese sits with the wine's cedar and tobacco palate.More wines for aged hard cheese →

History

Patrick McKillen restored the 200-hectare Chateau La Coste estate from 2002 with biodynamic certification across the entire vineyard. The Grand Vin Rouge launched as the flagship red and shares space with the property's open-air sculpture park including works by Tadao Ando, Jean Nouvel, Oscar Niemeyer and Frank Gehry.

2002Patrick McKillen acquires and begins restoring the estate
2009First commercial release of the Grand Vin Rouge

Facts

Producer: Chateau La Coste · visiting guide
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon
Classification: Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence AOC
Oak: Aged in oak barrels (partially new) for 18 to 24 months
ABV: 14.0%
Price: EUR 38 to 60 at retail
Drinking window: 4-15 from vintage
First vintage: 2009
Biodynamic: Biodynamic Practicing
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED

Frequently asked about Chateau La Coste Grand Vin Rouge

What does Chateau La Coste Grand Vin Rouge taste like?

Black cherry, garrigue, tobacco and violet on the nose; blackcurrant, wild herbs, graphite and cedar on the palate. Full-bodied with firm tannins and a long savoury finish.

When should I drink Chateau La Coste Grand Vin Rouge?

Drink between 4 and 15 years from vintage. The 24 months of oak ageing gives cellar potential; younger bottles benefit from 60 minutes of decanting.

What food pairs with Chateau La Coste Grand Vin Rouge?

Roast leg of lamb with rosemary is the canonical pairing. Daube provencale and aged Comte are equally strong matches.

Taste it where it is made: tastings near Chateau La Coste

From Aix-en-Provence: Côtes de Provence Wine Tour

Starts 12 km awayDay trip3 hours4.9 from 294 reviewsfrom €105

Experience the exquisite Côtes de Provence wines on a scenic countryside tour through beautiful vineyards. Discover grape varieties and local wines at two distinct wineries.

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From Aix: Cassis Boat Ride & Provence Wine Tasting Day Tour

Starts 12 km awayDay trip8 hours4.7 from 121 reviewsfrom €210

Discover the beautiful village of Cassis and its seaside port on this full-day tour. Take a guided boat tour to the Calanques and taste delicious Provence rosé, red, a...

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