Domaine des Genets
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted rosemary lamb, grilled ribeye steak, venison stew
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Delas Frères' Vacqueyras 'Domaine des Genêts' is a classic expression of the Southern Rhône, drawing its name from the vibrant yellow broom shrubs (genêts) that blanket the local landscape. The wine is sourced from the stony, sun-drenched terraces of Vacqueyras, where the soil is rich in alluvial deposits and rounded pebbles (galets roulés) that absorb heat during the day and radiate it back to the vines at night. This terroir, combined with the cooling Mistral wind, yields a robust and aromatic red wine. Traditionally crafted with a dominant portion of Grenache blended with Syrah and Mourvèdre, the wine undergoes traditional vinification in closed tanks with daily pumping over to extract color and tannins, followed by aging in vats to preserve the pure, spicy fruit character and garrigue-infused aromatics typical of this historic appellation.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1835 by Charles Audibert and Philippe Delas in the heart of the Rhône Valley, Delas Frères is a historic house renowned for its masterful expression of Northern and Southern Rhône terroirs. Now under the ownership of the Champagne Louis Roederer group, the estate combines traditional craftsmanship with modern precision, highlighted by their state-of-the-art winery in Tain-l'Hermitage. Delas is celebrated for its exceptional, terroir-driven wines, particularly its iconic Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Condrieu cuvées, including acclaimed single-vineyard expressions like Clos Boucher and La Landonne.