Les Galets Rouge is made predominately from Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and old vines Carignan making up the final blend. François harvests the grapes in late September. They undergo a gentle pressing, then the wine is macerated for 15 days and held in epoxy lined concrete tanks for up to 12 months in order to preserve its natural fruit before bottling.

Les Galets Rouge is a very harmonious and well-balanced blend with even illumine scent and dark fruit flavors. The nose gives off ample dried orange peel, spice, crème de cassis, bacon fat and lavender notes. The palate is packed with generous amounts of rich plum and blackberry flavors and a dusting of coco and saddle leather. Serve with grilled duck breast, rib-eye steak, leg of lamb or smoked sausages.

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