Corbieres Ratero
60% Carignan, 20% Grenache, 20% Syrah
Languedoc-Roussillon
Domaine Sainte Eugénie is positioned within the district of
Fontfroide, the sweet spot of Corbières, with an 800 year history
of viticulture. The estate is located within the foothills of the
Pyrénées along the Mediterranean coast. Clay and chalk soils
dominate here. The dry weather, sunny and warm climate combine
to create an optimal growing environment. This wine is made
entirely from free-run juice. It is a blend of about 60% old vine
Carignan (65+ years old) with the rest being a blend of Grenache
and Syrah (25-46 year old vines). We place about 40% of the
wine in small cask for up to 1year. The result is a marvelously
complex and clean wine that rivals anything produced in the
appellation. The red fruits burst from the glass with mild hints of
toast and spice that continue through the impeccably balanced
finish.
