Saint Esprit Rouge
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Typically best enjoyed within 2–5 years of the vintage release to appreciate its vibrant fruit and supple tannins.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled lamb chops, classic beef stew, roasted pork with Mediterranean herbs
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The Saint-Esprit Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge is a signature cuvée from Delas Frères that beautifully bridges the stylistic gap between the Northern and Southern Rhône. The wine's name pays homage to the historical Saint-Esprit district and the deep-rooted monastic winemaking traditions of the region, where religious orders meticulously cultivated the steep banks of the Rhône River. Uniquely for a Côtes-du-Rhône, this blend is anchored by a dominant proportion of Syrah, reflecting Delas's Northern Rhône heritage and imparting a deep color, structure, and signature notes of cracked black pepper and violet. The grapes are primarily sourced from the right bank of the Rhône, where the vineyards sit on soils composed of granite, silica, and limestone debris. To preserve the vibrant, primary fruit character and elegant terroir expression, the wine is vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and undergoes gentle extraction before aging, resulting in a remarkably plush, spicy, and accessible red.
🍾 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.