Chateau Viranel V De Viranel 2019

75cl bottle.

Based in Saint-Chinian, inland from Béziers in the Languedoc, and run by the Bergasse family since the 16th century. The local limestone hills combined with the decidedly Mediterranean climate, produce robust, generous, garrigue-infused wines.

45 year old vines 60 % Syrah • 40 % Grenache.

Carefully selected at full maturity to capture their fullest expression, the grapes undergo complete destemming before fermentation. Traditional vinification methods are employed, with maceration lasting between 30 and 40 days to extract maximum colour, aroma, and tannin. Only gentle extraction techniques—rack-and-return and punch-down—are used to preserve finesse and build structure. Maturation follows, with 40% of the wine aged in French oak barrels, adding layered complexity and a refined touch to the finished wine.

Deep and inky in appearance, this wine reveals its true character after decanting, releasing expressive aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and wild herbs from the garrigue. On the palate, it is smooth and silky, supported by powerful yet velvety tannins. The flavour profile is rich and layered, led by notes of liquorice, with a lingering hint of dark chocolate adding depth to the finish.