Region: Corbières (Boutenac), Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Grapes: 60% Carignan, 30% Grenache Noir, 10% Syrah
Body: Medium
Notes: Vibrant country red. Black cherry, cacao, licorice, garrigue herbs. Round tannins, balanced acidity, explosive freshness from carbonic maceration. A steal.
Pairing: Grilled sausages, pizza, herby rice and beans, roasted lamb.
Additional Info: Domaine de Fontsainte sits in the heart of Corbières' celebrated "Golden Crescent" near Boutenac, where vineyards have been planted since Roman times. The name comes from a nearby 12th-century hermitage and its thermal spring. Founded by Yves Laboucarié in 1971, now run by his son Bruno, the domaine was the first in Corbières to use carbonic maceration — the secret behind this rouge's explosive freshness. Ancient Carignan vines are hand-harvested and the wine sees six months in French oak. The Laboucarié family has made wine here since the 17th century. Imported by Kermit Lynch since 1978, consistently among the best values in the south of France.
Grapes: 60% Carignan, 30% Grenache Noir, 10% Syrah
Body: Medium
Notes: Vibrant country red. Black cherry, cacao, licorice, garrigue herbs. Round tannins, balanced acidity, explosive freshness from carbonic maceration. A steal.
Pairing: Grilled sausages, pizza, herby rice and beans, roasted lamb.
Additional Info: Domaine de Fontsainte sits in the heart of Corbières' celebrated "Golden Crescent" near Boutenac, where vineyards have been planted since Roman times. The name comes from a nearby 12th-century hermitage and its thermal spring. Founded by Yves Laboucarié in 1971, now run by his son Bruno, the domaine was the first in Corbières to use carbonic maceration — the secret behind this rouge's explosive freshness. Ancient Carignan vines are hand-harvested and the wine sees six months in French oak. The Laboucarié family has made wine here since the 17th century. Imported by Kermit Lynch since 1978, consistently among the best values in the south of France.
Region: Corbières (Boutenac), Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Grapes: 60% Carignan, 30% Grenache Noir, 10% Syrah
Body: Medium
Notes: Vibrant country red. Black cherry, cacao, licorice, garrigue herbs. Round tannins, balanced acidity, explosive freshness from carbonic maceration. A steal.
Pairing: Grilled sausages, pizza, herby rice and beans, roasted lamb.
Additional Info: Domaine de Fontsainte sits in the heart of Corbières' celebrated "Golden Crescent" near Boutenac, where vineyards have been planted since Roman times. The name comes from a nearby 12th-century hermitage and its thermal spring. Founded by Yves Laboucarié in 1971, now run by his son Bruno, the domaine was the first in Corbières to use carbonic maceration — the secret behind this rouge's explosive freshness. Ancient Carignan vines are hand-harvested and the wine sees six months in French oak. The Laboucarié family has made wine here since the 17th century. Imported by Kermit Lynch since 1978, consistently among the best values in the south of France.
Grapes: 60% Carignan, 30% Grenache Noir, 10% Syrah
Body: Medium
Notes: Vibrant country red. Black cherry, cacao, licorice, garrigue herbs. Round tannins, balanced acidity, explosive freshness from carbonic maceration. A steal.
Pairing: Grilled sausages, pizza, herby rice and beans, roasted lamb.
Additional Info: Domaine de Fontsainte sits in the heart of Corbières' celebrated "Golden Crescent" near Boutenac, where vineyards have been planted since Roman times. The name comes from a nearby 12th-century hermitage and its thermal spring. Founded by Yves Laboucarié in 1971, now run by his son Bruno, the domaine was the first in Corbières to use carbonic maceration — the secret behind this rouge's explosive freshness. Ancient Carignan vines are hand-harvested and the wine sees six months in French oak. The Laboucarié family has made wine here since the 17th century. Imported by Kermit Lynch since 1978, consistently among the best values in the south of France.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.