# La Capitelle de Baronarques (2019)

- **Producer:** Domaine de Baronarques
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Merlot, Syrah, Malbec
- **Region:** Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €23
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, raspberry, black cherry, red plum, black plum, cassis, cedar, vanilla, coffee, chocolate, cloves, liquorice, chocolate, earth, leather, tobacco

## About this wine

La Capitelle de Baronarques 2019 is a red wine from the Limoux appellation in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. It is the second wine of Domaine de Baronarques, an estate with historical ties to a Benedictine abbey and currently owned by the Rothschild family. The vineyards are planted with a blend of grape varieties, including Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec, reflecting both Atlantic and Mediterranean influences. The 2019 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions, including a mild winter and a balanced spring and summer, leading to a successful harvest.

## Interesting facts

- Second wine of Domaine de Baronarques.
- Grape blend includes Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec.
- Estate has roots dating back to the 8th century.
- Owned by the Rothschild family since 1998.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and proteins. The fruit-forward character and subtle spice notes can echo or contrast with savory dishes, while the wine's structure can cut through fattier components.

## Wine making process

La Capitelle de Baronarques 2019 is aged for 6 months in barrels of 1 to 2 years. The blend of Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec grapes is a key aspect of its production. The winemaking aims to achieve a balance of finesse and power, drawing on the estate's terroir and the expertise of its owners.