Domaine Coudoulet Petit Verdot | Languedoc, France

£13.40

100% Petit Vedot grapes are sourced from 19-year-old vines grown around the village of Cessaras.

The limestone pebbles in the vineyards give the brand name: in the local language, “Coudoul” is a pebble, the suffix “et” means small.

The grapes are destemmed at harvest and undergo traditional vinification with ageing in stainless steel vats for 6 months.

100% Petit Vedot grapes are sourced from 19-year-old vines grown around the village of Cessaras.

The limestone pebbles in the vineyards give the brand name: in the local language, “Coudoul” is a pebble, the suffix “et” means small.

The grapes are destemmed at harvest and undergo traditional vinification with ageing in stainless steel vats for 6 months.

Languedoc, France

Grapes: Petit Verdot

Tasting Notes: Deep dark opaque colour. The nose is powerful - spices and liquorice with some lifted floral notes of violets; its mellow character points towards the smooth palate to come. A fleshy, medium weight mouthfeel with hints of coffee and chocolate; rounded, integrated tannins are present thanks to the ripe dark fruits, then a spicy finish.

ABV: 14.5%

Vintage: 2022

Ageing potential:

Attributes: Vegan

Closure: screw-cap

Farming: bio-technical insect control, organic fertilisers,

Sustainability info:

Winemaker: Camille Ournac

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Food pairing suggestions: The tannic richness of Petit Verdot makes it a very structured wine that goes well with apple and black pudding, or simply a grilled steak. It also works with the acidity of the tomato for lasagna, a chakchouka, an osso bucco.