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Domaine Rotier L'Ame Red (Gaillac)

Domaine Rotier

Gaillac · France

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Duras, Braucol
Country
France
Region
Gaillac
Appellation
Gaillac
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carnes assadas · queijos curados · cozinha rústica

Rated vintages

  • 201094 pts

    Dark and powerful, this is a complex and concentrated wood-aged wine. It's a blend of two local Gaillac grapes, Duras and Braucol, which gives richness, structure and a dense, herbal character. This wine, with its long term future, is still young, showing as much tannin as fruit…

  • 200993 pts

    A smooth, wood-matured wine, this shows all of the richness of Braucol and Duras. Named “the spirit,” it is a true evocation of the rugged nature of Gaillac, with a mineral streak and a big black-fruit flavor. Age for 4–5 years.

  • 200893 pts

    A blend of Duras and Braucol, grapes local to Gaillac, this wine is named after the spirit (Ame) of wine. Showing the potential of red Gaillac, this is a beautifully balanced and concentrated wine, with tannins that are already well integrated into the wood and sweet fruits. Age…