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Technical Sheet:

Grape varieties: 90% Syrah, 10% Grenache
Terroir: Clay-limestone
Color: Red
Type/Structure: Full-bodied
Aromatic profile: Jammy fruit, cocoa, vanilla
Serving temperature: 14–15°C
Aging potential: 10 years
Food pairings: Cassoulet, game
Region: Languedoc-Roussillon
Wine type: Still wine
Alcohol content: 14.5%
Volume: 75cl

Hector et Juliette 2019: its flavors

The 2019 Hector et Juliette Corbières Rouge AOP from Domaine Sainte Marie Des Crozes displays a deep cherry hue with purple highlights. On the nose, its intensity and complexity are revealed through aromas of jammy fruit, cocoa, and roasted notes. On the palate, it proves powerful and warming, offering a rich, full-bodied mouthfeel. The tannins, present right from the attack, show a fine grain that promises good aging potential.

Recommended serving temperature

To fully appreciate the aromatic complexity of the 2019 Hector et Juliette Corbières Rouge, it is recommended to serve it at around 14.5°C. At this temperature, the aromas unfold harmoniously, striking a balance between the richness of jammy fruit and the subtlety of other notes. If you wish to focus solely on the complexity of the nose, serve it at 18°C.

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Hector et Juliette 2019 : its history

The 2019 “Hector et Juliette” cuvée from Domaine Sainte Marie Des Crozes is a blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Grenache, grown on clay-limestone soils. Hand-harvested into crates, the grapes undergo whole-cluster maceration for at least two weeks, followed by 12 months of aging in French oak barrels. This cuvée embodies the estate’s expertise and its commitment to organic viticulture.

Technical Sheet:

Grape varieties: Grenache Gris, Grenache Blanc, Macabeu, Roussanne, Vermentino
Terroirs: Gravel, sand, schist
Color: White
Type/Structure: Fresh / Aromatic
Aromatic profile: Citrus fruits, white-fleshed fruits
Serving temperature: 11°C
Aging potential: 5 years
Food pairings: Plancha-grilled fish, bouillabaisse, white meats, cheese
Region: Languedoc-Roussillon
Wine type: Still wine
Alcohol content: 14%
Bottle shape: Burgundy
Volume: 75 cl

The flavors of Mas Cristine Blanc 2023

The 2023 Mas Cristine Blanc offers pleasant freshness with citrus notes on the nose; spicy nuances emerge after aeration. On the palate, it reveals a rounded entry highlighting mango and stone fruit flavors, accompanied by notes of peach. Aging in older barrels and tanks ensures fruit purity, leading to a fragrant finish.

Recommended serving temperature

To fully appreciate the flavors of Mas Cristine Blanc 2023, it is recommended to serve it at 11°C. This highlights its spicy notes while preserving its fruity character. For a fuller expression of its fruity aromas, opt for 9°C.

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The story of Mas Cristine Blanc 2023

Nestled at the southern edge of the Côtes du Roussillon AOC, Mas Cristine is an estate that has been certified organic since 2022. With around thirty hectares of vines cultivated with passion, the estate offers a unique view of the Roussillon plain. Founded in 1810, Mas Cristine benefits from soils composed of schist, quartz, and red clay—ideal for growing Syrah, Grenache, Roussanne, Marsanne, and Muscat grape varieties. Mas Cristine was taken over by Philippe Gard, Andy Cook, and Julien Grill in 2006.

Mas Cristine Blanc 2023 is made from hand-harvested grapes and undergoes whole-cluster pressing and low-temperature vinification.