Le Sang du Wisigoth by Domaine de la Vieille

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninfirm

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 3 to 10 years from vintage.

vintage3 yrs10 yrs12 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: ripe red fruit, leather, sweet spice, menthol

Palate: dark cherry, tobacco, thyme, structured tannin

Domaine de la Vieille's barrel-aged Pic Saint-Loup, named for the Visigoth cemetery discovered on the parcel. Ripe fruit, leather and menthol; built for the cellar.

What it pairs with

Slow-braised lamb shoulder Structured tannin meets slow-cooked lamb; thyme and tobacco echo the dish's rosemary.More wines for lamb →
Wild boar civet Game finds depth in the wine's leather and dark cherry register.More wines for wild boar →
Aged Tomme de Savoie Sweet spice and menthol complement semi-aged hard cheese.More wines for cheese →

History

Le Sang du Wisigoth takes its name from the Visigoth cemetery discovered on the parcels by Roger and René Ratier. 50% Syrah and 50% Grenache, aged 12 months in barrel.

2002First vintage of Le Sang du Wisigoth with Guy Ratier's takeover of the estate

Facts

Producer: Domaine de la Vieille · visiting guide
Grapes: Syrah (50%), Grenache (50%)
Classification: AOC Pic Saint-Loup
Oak: Aged 12 months in oak barrels
ABV: 14.0%
Price: €18-25 at retail
Drinking window: 3-10 from vintage
First vintage: 2002
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Le Sang du Wisigoth

What does Le Sang du Wisigoth taste like?

Ripe red fruit, leather, sweet spice and menthol on the nose; dark cherry, tobacco, thyme and structured tannin on the palate. Full-bodied with a long finish.

When should I drink Le Sang du Wisigoth?

Drink between 3 and 10 years from vintage. The wine benefits from 60-90 minutes of decanting in younger vintages.

What food pairs with Le Sang du Wisigoth?

Slow-braised lamb shoulder is the canonical match; wild boar civet and aged Tomme de Savoie also work well.

How long is Le Sang du Wisigoth aged?

12 months in oak barrels, which softens the Pic Saint-Loup Syrah-Grenache structure into the wine's signature leather and menthol register.

Taste it where it is made: tastings near Domaine de la Vieille

From Montpellier: Pic Saint-Loup Wine Tour with Winery Visit

In Pic Saint-LoupDay trip5 hours4.9 from 329 reviewsfrom €82

Discover the charm of Pic Saint Loup on this guided tour from Montpellier. Taste local wines, visit two wineries (only one if it is sunday) and savor a delicious meal ...

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Montpellier: Wine Tour Pic St Loup

In Pic Saint-LoupDay trip4 hours5.0 from 6 reviewsfrom €109

Enjoy an unforgettable experience in the heart of this magnificent vineyard, with wine tastings and special moments with talented, passionate winemakers who are expert...

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