Alary - Cairanne - La Jean de Verde - Red - 2021

Wine:

The 2021 Red Cairanne La Jean de Verde is the standout of the vintage, according to Parker, who awarded it 94-96/100. Nearly 100% Grenache, from a parcel at 300 meters altitude, this concentrated and pure wine boasts seductive aromas of dark fruits, with an ultra-creamy, velvety, and indulgent texture. Vibrant, fresh, and long-lasting, it offers a luxurious and fully flavorful expression of Grenache, with radiant fruit. A true masterpiece!

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Destemming before vatting for 22 to 28 days. Pneumatic pressing. Aged for 12 months in demi-muids.

Color:

Intense, brilliant red.

Nose:

Complex and expressive, with notes of Morello cherry, blackcurrant, licorice and a hint of chocolate.

Palate:

A rich palate with a concentrated, spicy structure, supported by powerful, harmonious tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Daube provençale, grilled prime rib with pickled peppers, duck parmentier.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029

Recognized by the RVF Guide, Domaine Alary delivers a series of impressive cuvées, praised for their purity, fruit quality, and finesse. A leading name in the Cairanne appellation, this historic estate continues to gain momentum. The work of Jean-Étienne Alary, who returned to the estate in 2016, is now widely celebrated, producing powerful yet refined reds that are both approachable and immediately enjoyable.