# Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Les Claux (2022)

- **Producer:** Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault
- **Region:** Rhône Valley, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €19
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–15 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, red cherry, black pepper, black cherry

## About this wine

Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Les Claux is a red wine from the 2022 vintage, produced by Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils in the Southern Rhône Valley, France. This Côtes du Rhône AOC wine is a blend primarily of Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Syrah, with some Cinsault also noted. The estate is a third-generation family-owned property with Italian origins, committed to biodynamic farming principles to express their terroir. The vineyards feature a range of vine ages, contributing to the complexity of their wines.

## Interesting facts

- Family estate with Italian roots dating back to 1931.
- Employs biodynamic farming practices.
- Vine age varies, with some vines over 60 years old.
- Inspired by the elegance of Burgundy wines.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and ripe tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like lamb, beef, and pork. The spicy notes often found in Rhône blends can echo or contrast with herbs and spices in dishes, while the wine's freshness can cut through richer sauces.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Les Claux involves grapes from biodynamically farmed vineyards. Fermentation typically takes place in cement tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for about 12 months, often in cement vats, to allow for maturation and integration before bottling.