Empreinte Rouge
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Seared duck breast, traditional Gascon cassoulet, grilled ribeye steak
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Plaimont's Empreinte Rouge is a profound liquid tribute to the ancient, wind-swept terroirs of the Saint-Mont appellation in South-West France. The name 'Empreinte' (meaning footprint or imprint) signifies the indelible mark left by the Pyrenean terroir and the generations of winegrowers who have preserved these historic slopes. Grown on a complex mosaic of variegated clays and limestone soils, this wine is anchored by the region's powerhouse grape, Tannat, complemented by the rustic charm of Pinenc and the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. Historically, these vineyards lined the sacred pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela, where medieval monks from the Saint-Mont monastery tended the vines and offered these deeply colored, restorative red wines to weary travelers. Crafted with traditional long macerations and aged carefully to soften its robust structure, the wine beautifully balances intense dark forest fruits, black pepper, and a refined, earthy minerality.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1979 under the visionary leadership of André Dubosc, Plaimont is a pioneering cooperative union located in Saint-Mont within the Gers department of South-West France. By uniting the historic cellars of Plaisance, Aignan, and Saint-Mont, the producer has become a champion for reviving and safeguarding the indigenous heritage grape varieties of the Pyrenean foothills, such as Tannat, Pinenc, Gros Manseng, and Arrufiac. Plaimont is globally renowned for its commitment to ampelographic preservation, famously tending to a historic, pre-phylloxera vineyard parcel that is classified as an official French historic monument. Their diverse portfolio spans expressive, fresh whites, robust reds, and vibrant rosés, exemplified by the Fleur d'Artagnan range and the celebrated late-harvest Saint Albert and Saint Sylvestre wines.