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2021 Beaumes-de-Venise Rouge
Domaine de Durban


Henri and son Gaëtan Leydier
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. Durban’s specialty is their ability year in and year out to make reds that are dense, full, rustic, and incredibly drinkable all at once. Aged in neutral oak, this rouge is deep and robust with soft and fuzzy tannins—the perfect companion to pozole, burgers, pizza, or grilled meats.
—Anthony Lynch
Wine Type: | red |
Vintage: | 2021 |
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: | 15% |
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