Domaine de la Mordorée : Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Advice for the Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2023 from Domaine de la Mordorée

Tasting

Color
The color features a deep red hue with intense highlights.

Nose
The bouquet reveals a very fruity character with aromas of blackcurrant, red fruits and violet. The nose also expresses spicy notes that complement this generous aromatic palette.

Palate
On the palate, this wine charms with its freshness and fine tannins that lend it a beautiful structure. The finish lingers with appreciable length, confirming the wine's round and fruity character.

Food and Wine Pairings

This Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2023 pairs perfectly with charcuterie, cold cuts and barbecue-grilled meats. It also pairs very well with soft cheeses.

Serving and Cellaring

This wine is ideally enjoyed at a temperature between 16°C and 18°C.

A Structured and Generously Aromatic Côtes du Rhône from Domaine de la Mordorée

The Estate

Created in 1986 by Francis Delorme and his son Christophe, the Domaine de la Mordorée spans 42 hectares in the Vallée du Rhône, covering the appellations Tavel, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Lirac, Côtes-du-Rhône and Condrieu. After Christophe's passing in 2015, Madeleine Delorme and their daughter Ambre now manage the estate. The estate stands out for its full conversion to biodynamics since 2020 and its cuvées with poetic names reflecting a respectful approach to the Rhône terroir.

The Vineyard

The vines dedicated to the production of this Côtes du Rhône rouge are planted on very diverse terroirs, consisting of sandy or sandy-clay soils enriched with limestone gravel.

Winemaking and Aging

After destemming and crushing, the grapes undergo a maceration tailored to each grape variety. The use of indigenous yeasts and limited sulfites allows the character of this Vallée du Rhône terroir to be fully expressed.

Grape Varieties

The blend of this Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2023 consists of 40% grenache, 30% syrah, 15% cinsault, 10% carignan and 5% mourvèdre, creating a perfect balance between power and finesse.