MITHRA

CÔTES DU RHÔNE - Appellation d’Origine Protégée

$37.00

Overview
Mithra, the Indo-Persian God, whose function is to look after the truth and the course of the world, is depicted on a magnificent bas-relief of Bourg Saint Andéol, commune of the Rhône Valley.
Wine Enthusiast: “Restrained black-raspberry and plum flavors are accented by notes of crushed granite and char in this full-bodied, textured red. It’s plush and expansive on the midpalate but crisply balanced and cushioned by soft, finely edged tannins.” (88 points - September 2018)
Wine Spectator: “Offers friendly, light-bodied cherry and pomegranate fruit, with pretty lavender and sandalwood hints through the finish. Drink now. 20,000 cases made.” (86 points - December 2017)

Varietal

80% Grenache, 20% Syrah

Aging Potential

2 years

Terroir

The vineyard spreads out on 280 hectares of steep terraces located around the village of Bourg Saint Andéol. The soil is composed of porous pebbles and benefits from the influence of a cool and dry wind: the Mistral.

Winemaking

The two grape varieties are vinified separately, 5 days for the Grenache to preserve the fruit and 7 days for the Syrah to obtain silky tannins.

Tasting Notes

A garnet color. A nose of blackberry, red fruits, and spices. A beautiful length in the mouth, roundness with fine and elegant tannins.

Food and Wine Pairing

Enjoy it with daily meals, especially with Mediterranean cuisine (tajines, couscous ...).

Best served at 16°C.