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Les Heretiques' Pays d'Herault 2023

750ml

Sale price$12.25

This red wine from Languedoc takes its name from the Cathars, a local heretical group who resisted rigid Christian dogma in the 13th century. This wine is similarly rebellious with an unconventional blend of 50% Syrah, 20% Carignan, 20% Grenache, and 10% Cinsault. The Carignan and Cinsault go through a full carbonic maceration, while the Grenache and Syrah are destemmed and macerated for 21-30 days in concrete tanks. The result is a medium-bodied red wine bursting with notes of lush blueberries, blackberries, and dark plums, backed by hints of earth and spice. A wine with rustic charm, it pairs wonderfully with grilled lamb, pizza, brisket, and hard cheeses.

Red • Dry • Earthy, Fruity, and Mineral

Syrah, Carignan, Grenache, Cinsault

Sustainable

Languedoc Roussillon, France

Beef Brisket, Lamb Gyro, Hard Cheeses

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Les Heretiques' Pays d'Herault 2023 Sale price$12.25

Château d'Oupia

André Iché inherited an impressive 13th century castle and a large estate in the barren Minervois region. Iché was never a member of his village coop, tended his very old vines and made his wines but sold everything in bulk to local négociants. One day, a Burgundian winemaker happened to be in Oupia, tasted Iché's wines, and was so enthused that he convinced Iché to bottle and market his production. André passed away in late 2007. His daughter, Marie-Pierre, currently runs the estate with the help of Fabrice Lopez and many old timers who know the land like the back of their hands.