Faite Rouge
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release, as the robust Tannat tannins soften into a velvety texture.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck breast, classic Gascon cassoulet, grilled ribeye steak
✨ Technical Specifications
La Faîte Rouge is the jewel of the Saint-Mont appellation, crafted by Plaimont as a tribute to the ancient custom of local winemakers who would bury their finest bottles in clay to preserve them. Each year, a prestigious jury of sommeliers and wine writers gathers to select the final blend from the finest parcels of Tannat, Pinenc, and Cabernet Sauvignon grown on the region's unique variegated clays and limestone soils. The wine is aged in French oak barrels, resulting in a powerful yet remarkably elegant expression of the Pyrenean terroir. In keeping with tradition, each bottle of La Faîte is uniquely adorned with a genuine wooden label and sealed with wax, symbolizing its deep connection to the forests and soils of Gascony.
🍾 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
Tannat, Pinenc, Cabernet Sauvignon
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
14%