# Côtes-du-Rhône Villages (2022)

- **Producer:** Mas de Boislauzon
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan
- **Region:** Rhône, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Average price:** €15
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, blackberry, black pepper, strawberry, violet, raspberry, plum

## About this wine

The Mas de Boislauzon Côtes-du-Rhône Villages 2022 is a red wine from the Rhône region of France, produced by the Mas de Boislauzon estate. This family-owned winery has a history spanning six generations and is committed to organic and biodynamic farming. The wine is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Carignan, typically featuring a significant proportion of Grenache. The vineyard's location and the estate's long-standing winemaking tradition contribute to the wine's character.

## Interesting facts

- Certified organic since 2012, biodynamic since 2021.
- Vines are over half a century old.
- Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted by plot.
- Vineyard is located near the prestigious Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and fruit-forward profile, complemented by subtle spice notes, make it versatile. Its tannins can stand up to the richness of red meats and game, while its fruit character can harmonize with savory sauces. The herbal notes often found in Rhône blends can echo seasonings used in classic dishes.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Mas de Boislauzon Côtes-du-Rhône Villages begins with destemming the grapes. Fermentation takes place in vats for about a month. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 16 months in barrels. The estate emphasizes meticulous vineyard work, including hand-harvesting and sorting of grapes by plot, and adheres to certified organic and biodynamic farming practices.