Domaine Coteaux des Travers Rasteau La Mondona 2018
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This wine has a superb red color and aromas of black fruits and licorice. Its mouth is smooth with aromas of blackberries and black olives with a final note of minty licorice..
A great pair to red meat.
Following the Second World War, the domaine expanded greatly. Robert Sr. took over in 1955 and, in 1976, sold his first wines in bottle. Robert Jr. took over the domaine in 1985.
Robert began giving up weed-killers and synthetic sprays around 2008 and since 2012, has been certified biodynamic by Demeter. Charavin works rigorously in the vineyard plows between his rows of vines to encourage healthy underground life.
With bold fruit flavors and accents of sweet spice, Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre form the base of the classic Rhône Red Blend, while Carignan, Cinsault and Counoise often come in to play. Though they originated from France’s southern Rhône Valley, with some creative interpretation, Rhône blends have also become popular in other countries. Somm Secret—Putting their own local spin on the Rhône Red Blend, those from Priorat often include Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In California, it is not uncommon to see Petite Sirah make an appearance.
A highly successful southern Rhone village promoted to Cotes du Rhone Villages status because of its intense and heady red wines, Rasteau is also recognized for its fortified wine, Vin Doux Naturel. Grenache is responsible for both styles. Rasteau also produces refreshing white and rosé table wines.