# Cairanne Domaine Catherine le Goeuil (2025)

- **Producer:** Domaine Catherine Le Goeuil
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grenache, Syrah
- **Region:** Rhône, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €17
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackberry, raspberry, blueberry, violet, lavender, black pepper

## About this wine

Domaine Catherine Le Goeuil was established in 1993 in Cairanne, a standout appellation in the Southern Rhône Valley that achieved Cru status in 2016. After experiencing a severe reaction to chemical vine treatments early on, Catherine Le Goeuil immediately converted her 6-hectare estate to organic viticulture. The vineyards sit on hillside terraces with limestone and sandy molasse soils, continuously aerated by the Mistral wind. The producer focuses on fruit purity, freshness, and unadulterated terroir expression over high extraction.

## Interesting facts

- Catherine converted the estate to organic farming after becoming severely ill from chemical treatments on her vines.
- Cairanne was granted full Cru status in the Southern Rhône in 2016 due to its exceptional limestone terroirs.
- The vineyard is naturally ventilated by the forceful Mistral wind, keeping vines healthy without synthetic sprays.

## Food pairing

The wine's rich berry profile, fresh acidity, and smooth tannins make it a natural match for roasted meats and rich stewed game. The garrigue herb notes in the wine harmonize beautifully with Mediterranean herbs like thyme and rosemary.

## Wine making process

Harvested entirely by hand from certified organic vines. Fermentation occurs spontaneously using indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled concrete and stainless steel tanks. The wine is aged exclusively in tank without oak intervention to preserve bright fruit flavors, natural freshness, and terroir clarity.