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⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-roasted lamb shanks with Mediterranean herbs, grilled prime ribeye steak with wild mushrooms, or hearty venison stew.
✨ Technical Specifications
Gérard Bertrand's 'An 1886' is a profound tribute to the historical viticultural roots of the Roussillon region, specifically referencing the deep-seated winemaking heritage of Maury. Crafted from a classic blend of old-vine Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan, this cuvée is shaped by the dramatic and harsh terroir of black schist soils. These dark, heat-absorbing soils force the vine roots deep into the earth, yielding berries of incredible concentration and structural power. The wine undergoes traditional vinification and careful barrel aging, resulting in a rich, complex profile defined by dark bramble fruits, wild garrigue herbs, and a distinct, smoky minerality that echoes the rugged landscape of the Pyrenees foothills.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1992 by former French international rugby player Gérard Bertrand following the legacy of his father Georges at Domaine de Villemajou, the estate has emerged as an undisputed pioneer of fine wine in the Languedoc. Headquartered at the coastal Château l'Hospitalet within the limestone massif of La Clape, Bertrand orchestrates over 900 hectares of vineyard land across premium terroirs spanning Corbières, Minervois-La-Livinière, Terrasses du Larzac, and Limoux. The enterprise represents the world’s largest producer of Demeter-certified biodynamic wines, guided by regenerative viticulture, lunar cycles, and chemical-free soil stewardship. Cellar craftsmanship combines precise temperature control, indigenous ferments, and tailored French oak maturation to articulate South of France typicity. Benchmark releases range from iconic single-vineyard crus such as Clos d'Ora, Clos du Temple, and Cigalus to vibrant, terroir-driven white and red bottlings, alongside celebrated Mediterranean cuvées like Côte des Roses.