La Fête du Rouge is a Côtes de Provence red from La Fête Wine Company, the brand founded by Donae Burston, made with Château Saint-Maur, one of the 18 Cru Classé estates of Provence, near the Gulf of St. Tropez. It is bottled at 13% ABV.
The red joins La Fête du Rosé and La Fête du Blanc. The 2021, its launch vintage, is a blend of 86% Syrah, 12% Grenache and 2% Mourvèdre, aged only in stainless steel and concrete tanks rather than oak, for a bright, youthful, fruit-forward style.
It has silky tannins and a tasty finish with notes of black pepper, red fruit and a hint of eucalyptus.
A lively Provençal red, delicious slightly chilled.
Good wine rewards a little care in serving. Whites and rosés show best chilled to around 45 to 50°F, while reds are at their most expressive slightly below room temperature, around 60 to 65°F. Opening the bottle and letting it breathe for a few minutes, or pouring it into a decanter, helps the aromas open up.
Tasting Notes
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Palate: Red fruit with silky tannins.
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Finish: Black pepper and a hint of eucalyptus.
Specifications
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Producer: La Fête Wine Company, with Château Saint-Maur
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Appellation: Côtes de Provence, France
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Grapes: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre (2021: 86/12/2)
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Ageing: Stainless steel and concrete, no oak
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ABV: 13%
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve slightly chilled, at about 55 to 60°F. It pairs well with grilled vegetables, charcuterie, pizza and roast chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is La Fête du Rouge made?
In the Côtes de Provence, with Château Saint-Maur near St. Tropez.
What grapes are in it?
Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre.
Is it oaked?
No, it is aged in stainless steel and concrete for a fresh style.
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