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2013 Beaumes-de-Venise Rouge

Domaine de Durban
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While the Leydier family of Domaine de Durban is best known for their Muscat Beaumes-de-Venise, a luscious nectar of the sort praised by Pliny the Elder two thousand years ago, they also produce this fantastic crowd-pleasing Beaumes-de-Venise rouge. The vines—primarily Grenache, with some Syrah and a little Mourvèdre—grow on gentle hillsides in the heart of the southern Rhône, pampered by generous sunshine and healthy breezes saturated with fragrant wild thyme and rosemary from the garrigue nearby. Given the grapes’ superb ripeness each year, this red is powerful yet balanced; in fact, its age-worthiness makes it an excellent bargain cellar selection. But thanks to its velvety texture—plus inviting aromas of black fruits and dried herbs, typical of wines from the area—it’s no wonder most people choose to drink this value southern red while it’s young and fresh. –Anthony Lynch

Technical Information
Wine Type: red
Vintage: 2013
Bottle Size: 750mL
Blend: 70% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre
Appellation: Beaumes-de-Venise
Country: France
Region: Southern Rhône
Producer: Domaine de Durban
Winemaker: The Leydier Family
Vineyard: 47 years, 21 ha
Soil: Clay, Limestone, Trias
Aging: Grapes are fermented in stainless steel for 15 days, wine ages in barriques, bottled unfiltered
Farming: Lutte Raisonnée
Alcohol: 14%

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