91James Suckling

Ventoux

La Reserve Saint Dominique 2022

750ml

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Quantity

Red Berries,

Blackcurrant,

Spice

Description

"La Réserve" from La Bastide Saint Dominique offers a generous and expressive interpretation of Ventoux reds shaped by the southern Rhône climate and hillside vineyards. The wine opens with notes... Read More

Food Pairing

Red Meat

White Meat

Vegetables

Occasion

Everyday Enjoyment

Alcohol : 14%

Color

Pale Medium Deep

Body

Light Medium Full

Dryness

Sweet Dry Very Dry

Fruitiness

Low Moderate High

DESCRIPTION

"La Réserve" from La Bastide Saint Dominique offers a generous and expressive interpretation of Ventoux reds shaped by the southern Rhône climate and hillside vineyards. The wine opens with notes of ripe red and dark berries, gentle spice, and a light herbal nuance. On the palate, it is smooth and balanced, with supple tannins offering structure without heaviness. Fresh acidity brings lift and clarity, leading to a harmonious and persistent finish. Approachable yet quietly complex, this cuvée suits both relaxed meals and thoughtful dining occasions.

EYE

Deep ruby-red with bright reflections suggesting freshness and moderate concentration, while the clarity reflects thoughtful vinification.

NOSE

Aromas of red plum, raspberry, and black cherry unfold with subtle spice and a touch of garrigue, creating an inviting and layered aromatic profile.

MOUTH

On the palate, the wine is smooth and well-rounded, with soft tannins supporting ripe fruit. Lively acidity maintains lift and balance, leading to a lingering, harmonious finish.

PAIRING

Ideal with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, charcuterie, stews, or everyday bistro-style dishes. Its warmth and versatility make it suited to both relaxed gatherings and more refined meals.

La Bastide Saint Dominique

La Bastide Saint Dominique is a family-run estate in the southern Rhône focused on producing wines that highlight purity of fruit, balance, and regional character. The domaine emphasizes careful vineyard work and precise winemaking to preserve freshness and natural expression. Their style is elegant, expressive, and rooted in a strong sense of place.

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Rhône

The Rhône Valley is one of France's great red-wine regions, famous for powerful Syrah in the north and generous Grenache-based blends in the south, from Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage to Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Geographic position: Southeastern France, along the Rhône river for about 200 km from Vienne, south of Lyon, to Avignon. The narrow, steep Northern Rhône contrasts with the wide, sunny Southern Rhône, which makes most of the region's wine.

Origin & history: Greek traders brought vines up the Rhône from Marseille, and the Romans planted the slopes around Vienne. In the 14th century the popes in Avignon built a summer castle at Châteauneuf-du-Pape and promoted local wines. Baron Le Roy's rules for Châteauneuf in the 1920s inspired the French AOC system.

Main appellations & varieties: North: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage and Cornas, from Syrah, Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. South: Côtes du Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Rasteau, Tavel and Ventoux, mainly Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre.

Food specialties: Lyon charcuterie, Bresse chicken, Picodon goat cheese, truffles from the Tricastin, lamb with herbs, olives and tapenade, and nougat from Montélimar.

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