Madura Grand Vin Rouge by Domaine La Madura

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninfirm

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oaknew oak

Drinking window

Best 5 to 15 years from vintage.

vintage5 yrs15 yrs17 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: blackberry, violet, cedar, cocoa, garrigue

Palate: dark plum, graphite, tobacco, structured tannin

Flagship Grand Vin from La Madura, blending Syrah-Mourvèdre-Grenache from the estate's best parcels. Bordeaux-trained Cyril Bourgne's Bordelaise approach to Saint-Chinian.

What it pairs with

Slow-braised beef short rib
Structured tannin meets braised beef; cedar and tobacco echo slow cooking.
Côte de boeuf
Cocoa and graphite finish complement char-grilled fat.
Aged Comté
Cedar and tobacco notes find harmony with mature Comté's nutty crystals.

History

Grand Vin Rouge is La Madura's flagship, drawing on Cyril Bourgne's experience in Saint-Émilion classified châteaux. Syrah-Mourvèdre-Grenache from the estate's best parcels; aged in French oak.

2000: First vintage of Grand Vin Rouge released

Facts

Producer: Domaine La Madura · visiting guide
Grapes: Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache
Classification: AOC Saint-Chinian
Oak: Aged in French oak barrels; significant new oak
ABV: 14.5%
Price: €28-40 at retail
Drinking window: 5-15 from vintage
First vintage: 2000
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Madura Grand Vin Rouge

What does Madura Grand Vin Rouge taste like?

Blackberry, violet, cedar, cocoa and garrigue on the nose; dark plum, graphite, tobacco and structured tannin on the palate. Full-bodied with a long finish.

When should I drink Madura Grand Vin Rouge?

Drink between 5 and 15 years from vintage. Decant younger bottles 60-90 minutes.

What food pairs with Madura Grand Vin Rouge?

Slow-braised beef short rib is the canonical match; côte de boeuf and aged Comté also work well.

What classification does Madura Grand Vin Rouge have?

AOC Saint-Chinian. The cuvée is Cyril Bourgne's Bordelaise-trained flagship Saint-Chinian.

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