Domaine Richeaume Carignan (Red)

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Domaine Richeaume Carignan (Red)

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  • 2023

    Domaine Richeaume Carignan (Red) 2023 - Highly RecommendedTasted by Elizabeth Gabay MW & Ben Bernheim

    A single parcel of half-century-old ultra-low-yielding Carignan, mostly vinified in whole bunches and aged in terracotta amphora. Crimson ruby red. Wild, savage fruit aromas on the nose with nice spice, hints of leather and blackberries. On the palate, lots of crunchy, jubilant, possibly carbonic fruit and sloes. Quite tannic with textured blue tannins that are elegant and juicy. Vibrantly austere acidity which is stunning for the hot climate of Provence. Great ageing potential and an ideal, extremely fashionable warm-weather red to cut through rich food. Ends on pretty blue flowers. Charming.

    Tasted March 2026

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We’re mother and son duo Elizabeth Gabay MW and Ben Bernheim. Between us, we’ve been involved in the wines of southern France for over 30 years. Elizabeth started working with the wines of Provence back in 1986, and for the past 20 years has lived on the eastern edge of south-east France. We’ve worked on three books on rosé: Rosé Understanding the Pink Wine Revolution (2018), Elizabeth Gabay’s Buyers Guide to the Rosés of Southern France (2021 e-guide) and, most recently Rosés of Southern France (2022).

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