In the glass

Light-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: strawberry, watermelon, wild herbs, citrus, light floral

Palate: fresh cherry, raspberry, mineral, light herb, clean dry finish

An easy, fresh, dry Lirac rose from La Mordoree; lighter-framed and more quaffable than the Tavel, with bright cherry fruit and herb freshness.

What it pairs with

  • Grilled chicken with tarragon
    Light rose with herb freshness pairs naturally with herb-roasted chicken.
  • Tomato salad with basil
    Light fruity rose with fresh herb notes is ideal for tomato dishes.

History

La Mordoree's Lirac rose is lighter and more accessible than their Tavel, drawing on Grenache and Cinsault from Lirac parcels for a fresh, easy summer wine.

  1. 1990 — Lirac rose first produced at La Mordoree

Facts

Producer
Domaine de la Mordoree
Grapes
Grenache (60%), Cinsault (25%), Syrah (15%)
Classification
Lirac AOC
Oak
Stainless steel; no oak
ABV
13.5%
Price
EUR 15-25 at retail
Drinking window
1-3 from vintage
First vintage
1990
Organic
ORGANIC CERTIFIED

Tags

cinsault drink young dry grenache high acid light body low tannin mood easygoing mood refreshing occasion aperitivo occasion picnic occasion summer old world organic pairs with poultry pairs with salad pairs with vegetable forward price trade up still rose syrah value pick
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