Vin de Pays
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Typically best enjoyed within 2–6 years from the vintage release.
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grilled lamb chops, charcuterie board, roasted Mediterranean vegetables
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Crafted with the same meticulous attention to detail as their prestigious crus, Tardieu-Laurent's Vin de Pays Red showcases the family's ability to elevate everyday table wines into expressions of pure Mediterranean character. Sourced from selected parcels of old vines in the southern Rhône's surrounding terroirs, this wine benefits from the freedom of the Vin de Pays (now IGP) classification. This designation historically allowed winemakers to bypass rigid appellation laws, blending traditional regional varieties to achieve a harmonious, fruit-forward profile. Aged in seasoned oak barrels previously used for their top-tier cuvées, it bridges the gap between rustic country charm and refined modern winemaking, reflecting the warm sun and stony soils of the region.
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Established in 1994 by Michel Tardieu and Dominique Laurent at Les Sables, Route de Cucuron, 84160 Lourmarin, France, Tardieu-Laurent is one of the Rhône Valley's premier micro-négoce houses. Now managed by Michel and his son Bastien, the estate is renowned for its meticulous sourcing of fruit exclusively from very old vines across prestigious northern and southern Rhône appellations. Their philosophy centers on minimal intervention and precise, customized barrel aging, utilizing top-tier oak casks to craft wines of exceptional depth, structure, and terroir expression, such as the elegant Les Becs Fins Rouge and the refined Nobles Origines Blanc. More information can be found on their official website at http://www.tardieu-laurent.fr.