Saint Mont 3 Chevaliers Rouge
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Duck confit, slow-cooked cassoulet, grilled ribeye steak
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the historic clay-limestone hillsides of the Saint-Mont appellation in South-West France, the Saint Mont '3 Chevaliers' (Trois Chevaliers) Rouge is a beautiful tribute to the region's medieval heritage and the legendary knights of Gascony. Crafted by the pioneering Plaimont cooperative, this cuvée draws its strength and character from the ancient soils tended for centuries by the Benedictine monks of the Saint-Mont Monastery. The wine is built around the robust, deeply colored Tannat grape, harmoniously softened by the rustic charm of Pinenc (Fer Servadou) and the structured elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon. Traditional vinification followed by careful aging in oak barrels coaxes out a rich profile of dark bramble fruits, black pepper, and toasted spices, underpinned by the firm yet velvety tannins that define the great reds of the Pyrenean foothills.
🍾 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.