Vintages Release: October 13, 2018

• Fruit for the following 2015 Gérard Bertrand ‘GrandTerroir – La Clape’ Syrah/Carignan/Mourvèdre was hand-harvested, de-stemmed and left to macerate in stainless steel tanks for approximately three weeks before being decanted into seasoned barrels for eight months maturation.

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Gérard Bertrand ‘GrandTerroir – La Clape’ Syrah/Carignan/Mourvèdre 2015
AOC La Clape, France $18.95 (370262) 14.0% alcohol 
Fresh, intense and lively aromas of piquant spice, minerality and dark berry fruit abound. A rich flow of crunchy red fruit—currant and cherry—hustles across the palate infused with excellent tangy acidity and wisps of soft, supple tannin. This is medium bodied with good texture and a dry, lip-smacking finish and aftertaste. Pour alongside pasta in tomato sauce or spaghetti in Bolognese sauce. (Vic Harradine)