Colombelle Original Rouge
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years from vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled pork chops, charcuterie and cured meats, roasted chicken
✨ Technical Specifications
While the Colombelle name is globally celebrated for pioneering the fresh white wine revolution of the Côtes de Gascogne, the Colombelle Original Rouge represents its equally vibrant red counterpart. Crafted by the visionary Plaimont cooperative, this wine captures the sunny, maritime-influenced terroir of South-West France. It marries the structure of Tannat—the region's legendary, deeply colored signature grape—with the supple, fleshy fruitiness of Merlot. Historically, these lands were traversed by d'Artagnan and the King's Musketeers, and this red wine channels that rustic, lively Gascon spirit. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve its bright primary fruit aromas, it offers a delightful, unpretentious expression of the Gascony countryside, characterized by juicy red berries, subtle spice, and smooth tannins.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1979 under the visionary leadership of André Dubosc, Plaimont emerged from the union of passionate winegrowers from Plaisance, Aignan, and Saint-Mont in the heart of Gascony in Southwest France. Today, the cooperative represents a collective dedication to regional heritage, championing the revival and preservation of rare, indigenous grape varieties such as Tannat, Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng, and Pinenc. Situated across the foothills of the Pyrenees, the estate manages historic vineyards spanning Saint Mont, Madiran, Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, and Côtes de Gascogne. Plaimont is celebrated for its diverse and authentic portfolio, ranging from crisp, aromatic whites and vibrant rosés like the Fleur d'Artagnan and Saint Mont selections to structured, age-worthy red wines and refined sparkling expressions.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Merlot, Tannat