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La Forge single vineyard

Gérard Bertrand

La Forge single vineyard

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Varietals: Carignan | Syrah

Appellation: AOP CORBIERES BOUTENAC

Alcohol content: 15°

Winemaker's note

The specifically designated parcels of land for this wine come from after the Miocene, situated on the unique and narrow place named “La Forge”, by the land register.
This parcel of land is situated on the estate Domaine de Villemajou in the Corbières region, in the Boutenac appellation. The blend of these two grape varieties present in this wine creates a beautiful aromatic expression thanks to the Syrah and revelation of the greatness with the Carignan. The Domaine de Villemajou is historically the birthplace of Gérard Bertrand's family, and the spearhead of the appellation Boutenac, classed as a premier cru from Corbières known by the INAO (Nation Institute of Appellations of Origin).

Winegrower's note

The remarkable quality of this wine resides in the exceptional quality of the grapes and the age of the vines: 80 years in Carignan and 20 years in Syrah. The control of the yield (25hl/ha) in trimming the green unripe grapes early, is to ensure that the more mature grapes aren’t malnourished and develop to give a full, concentrated juice. The harvest is manually executed according to tradition. Most of the grapes are put
entirely into vats and vinified separately by carbonic maceration. After draining vats and the malolactic fermentation of the wine, the different grape varieties are blended, and the wine is sunk into new oak barrels for a 12 months aging. We select the best barrel makers in order to adapt the choice of origins of wood and their types of heating with the potential of each vintage. This wine is neither pressed nor filtered before being bottled; the bottles are then stored for 12 months before being
commercialized.

Tasting notes

Dark, ripe cherry-colored, the explosive nose opens with notes of toast, spices and cloves.
With great sweetness and very ample, the palate reveals powerful and elegant aromas,
reminiscent of jammy red fruits.
It is a very great wine with soft tannins and a spicy length.

Food and Wine Pairing

Decant and serve at 18 ° C with a rack of lamb, grilled meats or Mediterranean dishes.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 128 reviews.

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We found our new favorite poolside sip! La Grande Bleue Méditerranée, an organic wine made with 5 artfully blended grapes, takes us back to this past summer's adventure in Languedoc, France. The crisp taste is perfect to enjoy on what has been an exceptionally hot summer in both Southern California and Southern France! Thank heavens for La Grande Bleue!!

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Customer photo review of Gris Blanc rosé wine

Our family has a tradition of "Laundry Room wine". It is wine of a high caliber that we hide in the laundry room and only tell a select few about. Those who have a discerning appreciation for tasty wines! Blanc Gris quickly became a "laundry room wine' after my husband and I discovered it on our recent vacation to the Languedoc region of France. I brought it to share with my daughter and sister-in-law who greatly appreciated this addition to our Laundry Room Wine List

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Wonderful Chardonnay style white wine.

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Customer photo review of French Cancan Rosé 2023 75cl

I love this sparkling wine! I first tasted it on a Carnival Cruise and I have been in love ever since. I do not drink any other alcoholic beverage. I ordered three bottles and will be ordering three more! Order yours today!!! You will not be disapointed!!

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Customer photo review of Heritage An 825 - Crémant de Limoux Brut rosé

I ordered this at a restaurant last summer and finally ordered a few because I couldn't stop thinking about how much I enjoyed it. It Came packaged beautifully!

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Customer photo review of Château L'Hospitalet Grand Vin red wine

Intense dark cherry fruit, bright acidity, some tobacco, medium to full-bodied with firm tannins. It is a delicious, round, and pleasing wine.

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The wine was smooth yet complex and very satisfying to keep in the mouth for a few swirls. Delightful to know that Gérard Bertrand’s growing methods are sustainable and mindful of taking care of the land.

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I am beyond pleased with the wonderful product and amazing service. Shipping was so fast and packaging was strong and secure. So thankful that they shipped my order via UPS. I love the wine. I can’t find this wine in a small town I live close to. Will definitely buy from this company for sure. Highly recommend! Thank you

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I had this wine at a restaurant and loved it, that's why I ordered it. Very smooth and palatable with all kinds of food. It came so fast

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I didn’t get what I ordered, I got a sparkling wine instead and I sent an email explaining that and I haven’t received an answer. I want the wine I ordered please.

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I can not find this wine locally, but the nearest Costco carries it around Christmas. I think it is the perfect summer wine. It is light and not very sweet; and the bottle is exquisite. I will order again before the summer is over, I am sure.

Cote des Roses rosé wine 2025 (750ml)

My Sister-in-law’s favorite wine! Nice and crisp - not too sweet. Shipping was a bit slow but worth it. If sending as a gift be sure to allow enough shipping time.

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My husband and I had this particular bottle of wine on a recent cruise we were on. It was one of the wines offered during a wine tasting we did. We loved the wine and wanted to try it again once we got home. We are looking forward to having it again. The one negative was in the packaging of the wine and shipment. I’m very surprised the wine arrived without the bottle breaking. I’ve never seen something breakable, and liquid packaged so badly. There was no bubble wrap. Only a few pieces of cardboard providing any cushion at all, and that’s a stretch to say it was cushioned. The box it was shipped in was pieced together. Overall I was extremely disappointed in how the wine was shipped. As much as we love the wine, and would potentially want to buy from you again, I would be very concerned that the next time the bottle wouldn’t arrive without breaking if the same lack of care was given to the next shipment.

Cigalus red

I am a dipping my toe back into red wines so take this under consideration. I first started trying a Bertrand upon discovering Moulin a Vent Petit Bois which I very much liked. This led me to try another Bertrand wine, which is the one I purchased. I love it. At first aroma, I smell pepper, first taste fresh picked cherries and plums with a hint of Sarawak pepper, then coriandre, and turmeric. The way I cook I could easily pair this with a lighter meat and spice forward dish. So happy to discover another delicious Bertrand wine.

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This was not the greatest - we have a recurring order - the combination of the holidays and the weather made for a delay in delivery - including expecting two cases at the same time and o ly getting them one at a time

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