- The Winery
- Address: 257 West 116th Street, New York, NY 10026
- Telephone: 212-222-4866
- Opening hours: Open 7 days, 12-9 PM.
Grapes: 100% Carignan.
Region: France> Rhone Valley> Southern Rhone> Vaucluse> Le Alcyon Vyd.
Notes: Organic viticulture, no fining (vegan-friendly). 100yr old vines.
Description: Gilles Gasq has worked closely with Paul Jeune, the proprietor of renowned Domaine Monpertuis in Chateauneuf-du-Pape for many years. Located in Southern Rhone on hard limestone pebbles, the domaine focuses on Côtes du Rhone, but recently started producing Carignan. Le Carignan has aromas reminiscent of smoke and animal musk. The palate reveals earth tones of pyrite and smoke with a layer of pomegranate and red raspberry fruit. Medium-bodied with good acid/ alcohol balance and a touch of tannins.
Food pairing: Grilled or cured meats, chicken, turkey, cassoulet, duck, manchego, rabbit, grilled mahi-mahi or salmon, etc.
