In the glass
Aroma: red plum, garrigue, spice, warm earth
Palate: red fruit, savoury, wild herbs, fine tannin
Estate Corbieres of Voulte-Gasparets, a Carignan-Grenache-led blend with Syrah and Mourvedre; classic mid-weight Corbieres with garrigue depth.
What it pairs with
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Roast lamb shoulder
The wine's garrigue and warm spice complement herb-roasted lamb. -
Mushroom-and-thyme pasta
Earthy savoury character carries forest mushrooms. -
Saucisson sec board
Carignan-led Corbieres is the classic pairing with Languedoc charcuterie.
History
Cuvee Reservee is the estate Corbieres of Chateau La Voulte-Gasparets, a step below Romain Pauc but expressing the same family terroir. Aged in foudres and used barriques rather than the merrain oak used for Romain Pauc.
- 1985 — First vintage of Cuvee Reservee
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau La Voulte-Gasparets
- Grapes
- Carignan, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
- Classification
- AOC Corbieres
- Oak
- 10 months in foudres and used barriques
- ABV
- 14.0%
- Price
- EUR 16-24 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1985
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Cuvee Reservee
What does Voulte-Gasparets Cuvee Reservee taste like?
Red plum, garrigue, spice and warm earth on the nose; red fruit, savoury notes, wild herbs and fine tannin on the palate. Full-bodied with medium tannins and a long finish.
When should I drink Voulte-Gasparets Cuvee Reservee?
Drink between 3 and 10 years from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 45 minutes of decanting; the wine reaches its peak at 5-7 years.
What grapes are in Cuvee Reservee?
A Corbieres blend of Carignan, Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre - the classic four-variety expression of the appellation.
What food pairs with Voulte-Gasparets Cuvee Reservee?
Roast lamb shoulder is the canonical pairing; the wine's garrigue and warm spice complement herb-roasted lamb. Mushroom-and-thyme pasta and a saucisson sec board are equally strong matches.