Cistus Rouge by Château La Liquière

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninfirm

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 3 to 12 years from vintage.

vintage3 yrs12 yrs14 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: dark fruit, chocolate, wild thyme, schist

Palate: blackberry, cocoa, garrigue, velvet tannin

Syrah-Mourvèdre-Grenache from selected Faugères schist plots at 250-350m. Velvety, deep, powerful but fresh. Cistus refers to the rock-rose plant emblematic of the schist garrigue.

What it pairs with

Roast duck breast
Velvet tannin and cocoa meet duck fat; thyme echoes the dish's seasoning.
Slow-braised red meat
Wine's full body and structure handle braised beef or lamb.
Aged Comté or Tomme
Chocolate and cocoa meet mature hard cheese.

History

The Vidal family has tended Château La Liquière since the 18th century, on Faugères schist. The vineyard converted to organic agriculture in 2011. Cistus is named for the rock-rose (Ciste) emblematic of the schist environment, surrounding their parcels.

2000: First vintage of Cistus Rouge as a barrel-aged selection
2011: Estate certified organic

Facts

Producer: Château La Liquière · visiting guide
Grapes: Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache
Classification: AOC Faugères
Oak: 60% aged in 500-litre French oak barrels for 12-18 months; 40% in tank
ABV: 14.0%
Price: €18-22 at retail
Drinking window: 3-12 from vintage
First vintage: 2000
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Cistus Rouge

What does Cistus Rouge taste like?

Dark fruit, chocolate, wild thyme and schist on the nose; blackberry, cocoa, garrigue and velvet tannin on the palate. Full-bodied with a long finish.

When should I drink Cistus Rouge?

Drink between 3 and 12 years from vintage. Younger bottles benefit from 60-90 minutes of decanting.

What food pairs with Cistus Rouge?

Roast duck breast is the canonical pairing; slow-braised red meat and aged Comté also work well.

How long is Cistus Rouge aged?

60% in 500-litre French oak barrels (demi-muids) for 12-18 months, with the remaining 40% in tank to preserve fruit.

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