Fleur d'Artagnan Rouge
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years of vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled red meats, roasted duck breast, charcuterie and mild cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
Named in honor of the legendary musketeer d'Artagnan, who was born in the heart of Gascony, the Fleur d'Artagnan Rouge captures the spirited, generous, and bold character of its historic homeland. Crafted by the pioneering Plaimont cooperative, this red wine is sourced from select vineyards nestled in the undulating hills of the Pyrenean foothills within the Côtes de Gascogne. The terroir, characterized by a mix of clay, limestone, and sandy-silt soils, benefits from a unique microclimate influenced by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees, ensuring warm days and cool nights that preserve freshness. The blend typically marries the structure and deep color of Tannat—the region's signature grape—with the fleshy, approachable fruitiness of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to emphasize bright, juicy fruit and supple tannins, this wine is designed to be approachable, vibrant, and highly convivial.
🍾 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, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tannat
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12.5-13.5%