An 806
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, when its vibrant dark fruit and expressive garrigue notes are at their peak.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Slow-cooked lamb shanks with rosemary, grilled ribeye steak with Mediterranean herbs, or hearty wild mushroom risotto.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Gérard Bertrand's 'An 806' is a profound tribute to the ancient viticultural heritage of the Languedoc. The name commemorates the year 806, a historical milestone marking some of the earliest documented vineyard charters in the region during the Carolingian era, when monastic communities began cultivating vines in earnest. Crafted primarily from a classic Southern French blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, this cuvée captures the wild, sun-drenched essence of the Corbières terroir. The vines thrive on stony, clay-limestone soils, buffeted by the dry Cers wind and surrounded by fragrant wild garrigue. Vinified with traditional maceration and partially aged in French oak barrels, the wine reveals intense aromas of ripe black fruits, sweet spices, licorice, and a distinct herbaceous undertone, reflecting the rugged beauty and deep-rooted history of its birthplace.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1992 by former professional rugby player G rard Bertrand, this iconic estate has its roots in Domaine de Villemajou, which Bertrand inherited from his father Georges in 1987. Headquartered at the historic Ch teau l'Hospitalet in Narbonne, France, the producer is globally recognized as a pioneer and leader in biodynamic viticulture, farming all of its estates according to Demeter standards. G rard Bertrand is dedicated to showcasing the diverse terroirs of Languedoc-Roussillon, crafting exceptional red, white, and ros wines that range from the accessible R serve Sp ciale varietals to prestigious single-vineyard expressions like Cigalus, Clos d'Ora, and Clos du Temple.