Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun, AOC Cotes du Rhone Villages, 2019

Discover the Exquisite Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun

Unveiling a French Gem: Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun, AOC Cotes du Rhone Villages, 2019

Indulge in the captivating world of fine wine with Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun, an exceptional offering from the prestigious Cotes du Rhone Villages region in France. Crafted with utmost care and expertise, this 2019 vintage, presented in a 750ml bottle, embodies the essence of Chateau de Bord Laudun’s remarkable terroir. Join us on a journey through its rich heritage, exquisite taste, and meticulous winemaking techniques, as we unravel the story of this remarkable wine.

Unearthing the Splendor: Terroir of Chateau de Bord Laudun

A Glimpse into History: Chateau de Bord Laudun in Cotes du Rhone Villages, Rhone, France

Step back in time as we explore the origins of Chateau de Bord Laudun, nestled in the heart of the renowned Cotes du Rhone Villages region in Rhone, France. This vineyard, with its roots dating back to Roman times, witnessed the ebb and flow of history under the ownership of the Vicars of Uzes and the Count of Toulouse. However, it fell into abandonment after the tumultuous French Revolution in 1789. Thankfully, in 1991, the Brotte family recognized the vineyard’s immense potential and acquired it, breathing new life into its ancient vines.

Nature’s Gift: The Enchanting Terroir of Chateau de Bord Laudun

Perched upon a sun-kissed south-facing hillside, the vineyard of Chateau de Bord Laudun sprawls across 22 hectares of terraces, revealing a captivating landscape. The soil, a harmonious blend of clay and limestone, provides impeccable drainage, nurturing the vines with optimal conditions for growth. Uncovering its geological secrets, the land also unveils remnants of a bygone era—the Mesozoic period—where fossils of oysters and other marine shells, remnants of a long-vanished sea, offer a fascinating testament to time’s passage.

The Artistry of Flavor: Grape Variety and Tasting Notes

A Symphony of Grapes: Grenache and Syrah Unite

At the heart of Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun lies a masterful composition of grape varietals. The distinctive blend of Grenache and Syrah showcases the winemaker’s artistry, resulting in a harmonious symphony of flavors that tantalize the senses.

Embarking on a Flavorful Journey: Tasting Notes

Prepare your palate for an extraordinary tasting experience. Upon pouring a glass of Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun, the wine’s dark ruby hue captivates the eye, hinting at the wonders within. As the wine dances in the glass, a symphony of aromas fills the air—dark fruits, delicate violets, and a touch of cedar, which gently give way to notes of thyme and coffee beans, intertwining in a captivating bouquet.

Elegance Unleashed: The Palate

The first sip reveals a wine of exceptional character and elegance. Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun caresses the palate with its supple yet noticeable tannins, showcasing both structure and finesse. Exploring further, the taste buds encounter a medley of flavors—wild berries and black cherries—bursting forth in a delightful crescendo. The wine’s remarkable finale lingers, inviting you to savor the experience long after the last drop has disappeared.

Crafted with Dedication: The Art of Wine Making

A Commitment to Sustainability: Viticulture at Chateau de Bord Laudun

Embracing the principles of sustainability, the winemakers at Chateau de Bord Laudun employ meticulous viticultural practices to cultivate grapes of the highest quality. Through careful de-budding, de-leafing, and green harvest techniques, they limit the yield, ensuring each vine dedicates its energy to producing exceptional fruit.

From Vineyard to Cellar: The Journey of Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun

With the utmost respect for the grapes’ integrity, the harvesting process commences with hand-picking into small cases. This meticulous approach ensures the berries remain intact, preserving their flavors and preventing oxidation. Swiftly transported to the winery, the grapes embark on a transformational journey.

A Symphony of Flavors: The Winemaking Process

At the winery, the winemakers employ gentle destemming and crushing, treating the grapes with utmost care. The fermentation process, conducted at a precise temperature of 28°C, unfolds over three weeks of maceration. To accentuate the wine’s tannic qualities, a careful selection of Grenache and Syrah is aged in French oak barrels, while the softer Grenache matures in concrete vats and 100-year-old oak vats, allowing the fruit’s essence to shine through. After more than a year of aging and a light filtering, Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun is bottled in March, marking the culmination of an extraordinary winemaking journey.

Savor the Essence of Chateau de Bord Laudun

A Timeless Marvel: Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun Beckons

With each bottle of Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun, you embark on a journey through time and terroir, unearthing the secrets of the Cotes du Rhone Villages region. This remarkable wine, crafted with passion and precision, delights the senses with its captivating aromas, elegant palate, and profound flavors. From the ancient walls of the vineyard’s medieval castle to the gentle slopes that cradle the vines, the essence of Chateau de Bord Laudun is captured in every drop. Indulge in the splendor of this exceptional wine, and let Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun enchant you with its timeless allure.

Brotte – Chateau de Bord Laudun, AOC Cotes du Rhone Villages, 2019, 750ml

Region
Cotes du Rhone Villages, Rhone, France

Terroir
Built in Roman times, Château de Bord in the village of Laudun belonged to the Vicars of Uzes during the 11th century and later by the Count of Toulouse. It was abandoned after the French Revolution in 1789 and changed hands several times until it was purchased in 1991 by the Brotte family, who saw incredible potential in its surrounding vines. Walls of a medieval castle with tall stature overlook the vines. Situated on a south facing hillside, the vineyard is spread over 22ha of terraces. Its soil is a well drained mixture of clay and limestone and is rich in fossils of oysters and other sea shells left by the retreating sea in the Mesozoic era, some 250 to 65 million years ago.

Grape Variety
Grenache, Syrah

Tasting Note
Suppleness and finesse

Colour
Dark ruby.

Nose
Aromas of dark fruits, violets and cedar, ending on notes of thyme and coffee beans.

Palate
Ample and elegant with apparent yet soft tannins. Flavours of wild berries and black cherries. The finale is remarkably long.

• Wine Making
  Sustainable viticulture, de-budding, de-leafing and green harvest to limit the yield and increase the quality. Hand-picking into small cases and fast transportation to the winery to avoid berries’ crushing and oxidation.
• Desteming, gentle crushing. Fermentation at 28°C, followed by a 3 week maceration. The tannic Grenache and Syrah are aged in French oak barrels (1/3 new, 1/3 one wine, 1/3 two wines), while the softer Grenache is matured in concrete vats and 100 year old oak vats to preserve the fruit.
• Bottling takes place in March, after more than a year of ageing and a light filtering.