Taste & Aging
Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidity
Complexity
Beautifully layeredDrinking Window
Aging phase
Until 2024
Ready to drink
2024 - 2026
Past peak
After 2026
Aromas
Food Pairing
Vintage Report
The 2023 vintage was outstanding for the Languedoc region with a score of 94 points. The wines from this year show excellent quality and a youthful character.
Soft and round, yet refined, are the key words for this red Selection Cazal Viel Rouge wine. Winemaker Laurent Miquel uses Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, and Carignan grapes, allowing him to create the best blend every year, and at this price point too.
Cazal Viel is one of the oldest vineyards in France, as vines have grown here since ancient times. The Romans discovered this area and were the first to introduce vines. From 1202 until the French Revolution, the area was managed by the monks of Fontcaude Abbey. The Miquel family took over Cazal Viel in 1791. Today, Cazal Viel is the largest independent vineyard in the Saint-Chinian appellation. The passion of owner Laurent Miquel and his father Henri creates exceptional wines.
The vineyards of Laurent Miquel
The Cazal Viel vineyards are located in an area near the Caroux Mountains. The Mediterranean climate, combined with extensive soil knowledge, allows Laurent to care for and protect the vines without the use of chemicals. Laurent's philosophy is to create wines that truly reflect the character and complexity of the region. Only superior grapes possess the potential to produce these exceptional Laurent Miquel wines.What does the Selection Cazal Viel Rouge taste like?
The grapes are carefully picked and selected. The wine ferments under controlled temperatures to preserve the fruit as much as possible. The result is a delicious red wine. This Selection Cazal Viel Rouge has aromas of ripe and fresh red and black fruit with hints of spice, making it very exciting. The palate is soft and abundant with red fruit on the first palate. On the back of the tongue, we detected small berries, light spices, and some warm cherry nuances. The finish is smooth and refreshing.Product details
| Alcohol content | 13.0% |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Languedoc-Roussillon |
| Producer | Laurent Miquel |
| Varietal(s) | Carignan, Grenache Noir, Merlot, Syrah |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 14° - 16°C |