Esprit
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled lamb chops, ratatouille, charcuterie board
✨ Technical Specifications
The 'Esprit' Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge from Delas Frères is crafted to capture the vibrant, convivial essence of the Southern Rhône Valley. Sourced from vineyards characterized by stony, limestone-rich soils and sun-drenched hillsides, this wine represents a harmonious marriage of the region's diverse terroirs. The winemaking philosophy focuses on preserving the pure, primary fruit character; the grapes undergo traditional temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel and concrete vats, followed by a gentle aging period without heavy oak influence. This approach ensures the wine retains its signature freshness, boasting expressive aromas of red berries, wild herbs, and a touch of classic black pepper that reflects the historical soul of Rhône viticulture.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1835 by Charles Audibert and Philippe Delas, Maison Delas Frères is an iconic Rhône Valley estate headquartered in Tain-l'Hermitage. Now part of the Champagne Louis Roederer family of estates, the house underwent a major quality renaissance through modern cellar innovations and meticulous vineyard stewardship across both the Northern and Southern Rhône. Delas manages prestigious parcels across heralded appellations including Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Renowned for its precision winemaking, the estate crafts deeply expressive, terroir-driven wines, from powerful, mineral-tinged Syrahs like Les Bessards and La Landonne to aromatic, textural Viogniers like Clos Boucher.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5-14.5%