2021 Sentiers de Bagatelle ‘Colline d’Assignan’ Saint-Chinian Rouge

In the commune of Assignan, at an altitude of 250 metres, Clos Bagatelle has three different vineyards situated on terraces: one is dedicated to white grape varieties, the second forms a natural amphitheatre giving delicate, peppery Syrah, and the third is dedicated to crunchy Grenache.

Because of the altitude, the vineyards produce late ripening grapes with great freshness. The whole vintage was picked by hand and then destemmed. It was followed by a vatting varying between 20 days for the Grenache and 26-28 days for the Syrah and Carignan. Ageing took place in large casks before bottling.

This wine is a perfect match for rabbit “à la provençale” or a roast duck with olives. Grilled lamb with rosemary would also be delicious.