In the glass
Aroma: red plum, garrigue, wild herbs, warm earth
Palate: red fruit, Mediterranean herbs, soft tannin, fresh
Estate Minervois of Domaine du Petit Causse; bright Mediterranean blend designed for everyday enjoyment.
What it pairs with
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Charcuterie
Soft tannins and red fruit pair with Languedoc cured meats. -
Wood-fired pizza
The wine's herb register matches herb-and-tomato pizza. -
Grilled merguez
Mid-weight Minervois carries grilled spiced sausage.
History
Petit Causse Tradition is the estate Minervois of Domaine du Petit Causse - the entry tier of the range, designed for everyday enjoyment.
- 1995 — Petit Causse Tradition launched in current form
Facts
- Producer
- Domaine du Petit Causse
- Grapes
- Syrah, Grenache, Carignan
- Classification
- AOC Minervois
- Oak
- concrete tanks and foudres
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 10-16 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-6 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1995
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Petit Causse Tradition
What does Petit Causse Tradition taste like?
Red plum, garrigue, wild herbs and warm earth on the nose; red fruit, Mediterranean herbs, soft tannin and a fresh finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannins.
When should I drink Petit Causse Tradition?
Drink between 2 and 6 years from vintage. Pull the cork and serve; the wine is built for early enjoyment.
What grapes are in Tradition?
A Minervois blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan - the estate's everyday entry red.
What food pairs with Petit Causse Tradition?
Charcuterie is the canonical pairing; soft tannins and red fruit pair with Languedoc cured meats. Wood-fired pizza and grilled merguez are equally strong matches.