Clos Labade Merlot
- 0.75L | 13.5%
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Clos Labade Merlot
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Clos Labade Merlot
Clos Labade Merlot 2022 is a smooth, fruit-driven South French red wine for barbecues, charcuterie, and relaxed moments when you want to serve something soft and immediately accessible. The wine comes from the Montagne Noire, where poor, dry slopes and abundant sunshine combine to give a distinctly southern profile. This free, varietal-focused style suits Pays d’Oc well. What is Pays d’Oc IGP? It's a broad appellation in Southern France that allows for plenty of room for varietal wines like Merlot.
Vineyards and region
Its origin gives this Merlot more depth than a simple entry-level wine.
- Location / Origin: Clos Labade is located on the southern flank of the Montagne Noire, in the transition zone between Toulouse, Carcassonne, and the Mediterranean Sea. This places this wine in a warm part of Southern France, yet in a hilly area with a distinct landscape character.
- Soil: The soils are very dry and well-draining, with clay and a high proportion of schist. Such poor soils limit the vigor of the vine and help to keep the fruit concentrated.
- Climate & Influences: The slopes have a warm southern climate and are covered with garrigue and evergreen oaks. This underscores the Mediterranean character of this origin.
- Landscape: The Montagne Noire belongs to the foothills of the Massif Central and slopes down towards the plain of Carcassonne. The Cathar castles of Lastours also belong to this region and give the area extra historical significance.
Vinification and aging
The cellar approach here is deliberately kept classic, so that fruit and suppleness remain paramount.
- Harvest & Selection: The harvest is done entirely by hand and the grapes are destemmed. This gives more control over the quality of the fruit and a cleaner base for fermentation.
- Fermentation: Vinification is traditional, with a maceration of approximately 12 days at 28 °C. This approach provides sufficient extraction for color, fruit, and a soft but clear structure.
Grape composition
Here, everything revolves around one grape that shows a round and approachable side in this sunny origin.
- 100% Merlot – Pays d’Oc: Merlot forms the complete basis and gives the wine its soft tannins, dark fruit impression, and smooth structure.
Tasting notes and serving suggestions
Deep red in the glass, with a spicy and fruity bouquet. On the palate, you taste ripe black cherries, a soft tannic structure, and a smooth, easy-drinking style. The finish remains round and pleasantly persistent, with enough body for savory dishes.
- Serving temperature: 14–16 °C works best here, as this range beautifully opens up the dark fruit and balances the soft structure.
- Dishes: Barbecue, spicy meat dishes, and an informal meal with friends naturally complement this wine, as this Merlot remains smooth while having enough flavor for savory accents.
More information about Clos Labade
Clos Labade is an estate bottled wine with a clear, southern style without unnecessary frills. This line focuses on the Montagne Noire, with poor slopes, Mediterranean vegetation, and a direct focus on grape varietal and drinking pleasure. This combination makes this Merlot recognizable as an accessible South French wine with a clear sense of origin.
Product details
| Alcohol content | 13.5% |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Languedoc-Roussillon |
| Producer | Clos Labade |
| Varietal(s) | Merlot |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 14° - 16°C |
| Storage at perfecte wijn | Air conditioned at 18°c |
