Les Collines by Domaine Ollier-Taillefer

Structure

Bodymedium

Tanninmedium

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishmedium

Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 2 to 7 years from vintage.

vintage2 yrs7 yrs9 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Medium-bodiedMedium tanninMedium acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: red fruit, garrigue, thyme

Palate: raspberry, spice, supple tannin, schist lift

Entry-level red of Ollier-Taillefer. Appealing, flavourful, schist-driven; the everyday Faugères of the estate.

What it pairs with

Grilled lamb chops
Garrigue and thyme echo lamb seasoning; supple tannin handles char.
Pasta puttanesca
Red fruit and spice match olive-anchovy-tomato.
Tomme de Savoie
Medium body balances semi-aged cow's cheese.

History

Les Collines is the everyday Faugères of Ollier-Taillefer. Named after the blue hills (Collines Bleues) of the appellation. Available in both red and rosé.

1995: Les Collines bottled as the estate's everyday Faugères

Facts

Producer: Domaine Ollier-Taillefer · visiting guide
Grapes: Carignan, Grenache, Syrah
Classification: AOC Faugères
Oak: Aged in concrete tank; no oak
ABV: 13.5%
Price: €12-16 at retail
Drinking window: 2-7 from vintage
First vintage: 1995
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Les Collines

What does Les Collines taste like?

Red fruit, garrigue and thyme on the nose; raspberry, spice, supple tannin and a schist lift on the palate. Medium-bodied with a medium finish.

When should I drink Les Collines?

Drink between 2 and 7 years from vintage. The unoaked wine is approachable young.

What food pairs with Les Collines?

Grilled lamb chops is the canonical match; pasta puttanesca and Tomme de Savoie also work well.

What grapes are in Les Collines?

Carignan, Grenache and Syrah. The everyday Faugères of Ollier-Taillefer.

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