In the glass
Aroma: red cherry, Mediterranean herbs, warm earth, spice
Palate: red fruit, garrigue, soft tannin, fresh
Entry red from the Sauvageonne estate named for the volcanic ruffes (red clay) soils; bright, savoury and approachable.
What it pairs with
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Charcuterie board
Soft tannins and red-fruit lift pair with cured meats. -
Wood-fired pizza
The wine's garrigue notes match the herbs of tomato-and-basil pizza. -
Roast chicken with rosemary
Approachable structure carries herb-roasted poultry.
History
Les Ruffes is the entry red of Chateau La Sauvageonne, named for the distinctive red-clay volcanic soils (ruffes) of the estate. Designed for everyday drinking while still expressing the estate's volcanic terroir.
- 2014 — First vintage of Les Ruffes
- 2017 — Estate Demeter-certified biodynamic
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau La Sauvageonne
- Grapes
- Syrah, Grenache, Carignan
- Classification
- AOC Languedoc
- Oak
- concrete tank with minimal oak
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 14-22 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-5 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2014
- Biodynamic
- Demeter Certified
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Les Ruffes
What does Sauvageonne Les Ruffes taste like?
Red cherry, Mediterranean herbs, warm earth and spice on the nose; red fruit, garrigue, soft tannin and a fresh finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannins and medium acidity.
When should I drink Sauvageonne Les Ruffes?
Drink within 1 to 5 years from vintage. Pull the cork and serve; the wine is built for early enjoyment.
What grapes are in Sauvageonne Les Ruffes?
Syrah, Grenache and Carignan from the volcanic ruffes (red clay) parcels of the estate. Bottled under the basic AOC Languedoc.
What food pairs with Sauvageonne Les Ruffes?
A charcuterie board is the canonical pairing; soft tannins and red-fruit lift pair with cured meats. Wood-fired pizza and rosemary roast chicken are equally strong matches.