# Domaine de Beaurenard Rasteau (2017)

- **Producer:** Domaine de Beaurenard
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
- **Region:** Rhône, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €28
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** liquorice, red cherry, dried herbs, white pepper, black plum, black pepper, black cherry, blueberry, fennel, raspberry, chocolate, scorched earth, graphite

## About this wine

Domaine de Beaurenard Rasteau 2017 is a red wine from the Rasteau appellation in the Southern Rhône, France. Produced by Domaine de Beaurenard, an estate with a seven-generation winemaking history, the wine is crafted from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. The vineyards, spanning 60 acres in Rasteau, are characterized by limestone clay soils on south-facing slopes and are farmed using certified organic and biodynamic practices. The 2017 vintage experienced varied weather, leading to low yields. The estate's commitment to biodynamic farming and the unique blue clay soils of Rasteau are distinctive aspects of this wine.

## Interesting facts

- Estate farms all 13 authorized Rhône grape varieties.
- Known for unique 'Argiles Bleues' (blue clay) soil.
- Seventh-generation family winemaking legacy.
- Certified organic and biodynamic farming practices.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and proteins. Herbal notes in the wine find echoes in dishes seasoned with garrigue herbs like rosemary and thyme, while spice notes can stand up to richer sauces.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Domaine de Beaurenard Rasteau begins with hand-harvesting and sorting of the grapes. Co-harvesting and co-fermentation are employed to enhance complexity. Fermentation takes place in vats for 18 to 26 days, followed by 12 months of aging in a combination of vats, oak foudres, and occasionally barrels. This approach aims to capture the essence of the Rasteau terroir and the chosen grape varietals.