Bronzinelle Rouge by Château Saint Martin de la Garrigue

Structure

Bodymedium

Tanninmedium

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishlong

Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 2 to 8 years from vintage.

vintage2 yrs8 yrs10 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Medium-bodiedMedium tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: dark fruit, garrigue, spice, leather

Palate: blackberry, thyme, supple tannin, mineral lift

Four-grape Languedoc red from Saint Martin. Approachable, garrigue-driven; retail around €14-20 across French independents.

What it pairs with

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary
Garrigue and thyme echo the lamb's herbs; supple tannin handles char.
Boeuf bourguignon
Dark fruit and leather meet slow-braised beef.
Aged Tomme
Mineral lift and medium body complement semi-aged hard cheese.

History

Bronzinelle Rouge is the red expression of Saint Martin's special cuvée line, drawing on the estate's red grape variety selection.

1998: Bronzinelle Rouge bottled as estate Languedoc red

Facts

Producer: Château Saint Martin de la Garrigue · visiting guide
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Carignan
Classification: AOC Languedoc
Oak: Aged in concrete tank and partial oak; minimal new wood
ABV: 14.0%
Price: €14-20 at retail
Drinking window: 2-8 from vintage
First vintage: 1998
Vegan: Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Bronzinelle Rouge

What does Bronzinelle Rouge taste like?

Dark fruit, garrigue, spice and leather on the nose; blackberry, thyme, supple tannin and mineral lift on the palate. Medium-bodied with a long finish.

When should I drink Bronzinelle Rouge?

Drink between 2 and 8 years from vintage. The wine is approachable young.

What food pairs with Bronzinelle Rouge?

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary is the canonical match; boeuf bourguignon and aged Tomme also work well.

What grapes are in Bronzinelle Rouge?

Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Carignan - the classic Languedoc red blend.

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