In the glass

Medium-bodiedMedium tanninMedium acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: dark cherry, garrigue, pepper, warm spice, earthy mineral

Palate: juicy plum, dried herbs, tobacco, medium tannins, mineral finish

A step above the average CDR; Janasse's entry red shows the estate's characteristic depth and herb character at an accessible price.

What it pairs with

  • Lamb kebabs with yoghurt sauce
    Warm, fruity Grenache matches spiced lamb and cooling dairy.
  • Grilled vegetables with herb oil
    Herb notes and warm fruit complement Provencal grilled vegetables.

History

The Janasse Cotes du Rhone Terre d'Argile is sourced from the estate's younger-vine and clay-rich parcels outside the Chateauneuf-du-Pape appellation. 'Terre d'Argile' ('Clay Soil') reflects the terroir of this entry-level cuvee.

  1. 2000 — Terre d'Argile CDR established at La Janasse

Facts

Producer
Domaine de la Janasse
Grapes
Grenache (70%), Syrah (20%), Mourvedre (10%)
Classification
Cotes du Rhone AOC
Oak
Old foudres; no new oak
ABV
14.0%
Price
EUR 12-20 at retail
Drinking window
1-5 from vintage
First vintage
2000

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