Vieilles Vignes by Domaine Pierre Cros

Structure

Bodymedium

Tanninmedium

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 3 to 12 years from vintage.

vintage3 yrs12 yrs14 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Medium-bodiedMedium tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: fresh red fruit, candied plum, nutmeg, cinnamon

Palate: plum, vanilla, warm spice, fine supple tannin

Old-vine pure Carignan from 1905-planted vines at Domaine Pierre Cros; fine and supple with candied plum, nutmeg, vanilla and cinnamon.

What it pairs with

Daube of beef with olives
Carignan's plum-and-spice profile matches the Provencal classic.
Charcuterie
Old-vine Carignan and Languedoc charcuterie - canonical Minervois pairing.
Roast pork with apple
The wine's nutmeg-cinnamon palate complements pork with apple.

History

Vieilles Vignes of Domaine Pierre Cros is made from Carignan from vines planted in 1905 - over 120 years old. Pierre Cros, an ex-rugby player, is known as the 'King of Concentration' for his full-bodied wines.

1905: Vineyard parcel planted with Carignan
1995: First vintage of Vieilles Vignes from the 1905 vines

Facts

Producer: Domaine Pierre Cros · visiting guide
Grapes: Carignan (100%)
Classification: AOC Minervois
Oak: 12-14 months in foudres and used barriques
ABV: 14.0%
Price: EUR 18-26 at retail
Drinking window: 3-12 from vintage
First vintage: 1995
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Vieilles Vignes

What does Pierre Cros Vieilles Vignes taste like?

Fresh red fruit, candied plum, nutmeg and cinnamon on the nose; plum, vanilla, warm spice and fine supple tannin on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannins and a long finish.

When should I drink Pierre Cros Vieilles Vignes?

Drink between 3 and 12 years from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 60 minutes of decanting; the wine reaches its peak at 6-9 years.

What grapes are in Vieilles Vignes?

One hundred percent Carignan from vines planted in 1905 - over 120 years old at Domaine Pierre Cros.

What food pairs with Pierre Cros Vieilles Vignes?

Daube of beef with olives is the canonical pairing; Carignan's plum-and-spice profile matches the Provencal classic. Charcuterie and roast pork with apple are equally strong matches.

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