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this region covers 32 towns and villages in Pyrénées-Orientales, dotted either side of the Agly valley. Soil types are varied but are frequently shale, gneiss and granite. Although Carignan is the mainstay of the varietal range, its share of the blend must not exceed 60%. Complementary varietals are Cinsault, Grenache, Lladoner Pelut, Syrah and Mourvedre (at least 10%) and Maccabeo (10% maximum). Four villages are entitled to add their name to the appellation and have now been promoted to ‘growth’ status: Latour-de-France, Lesquerde, Tautavel and Caramany, which must be blended from at least three varietals.
Grape varieties: Vins rouges et rosés : carignan, grenache, lladoner pelut, syrah, mourvèdre, maccabéo
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Côtes du Roussillon Villages are not only more robust than Côtes du Roussillon, they are also more harmonious, fleshy, powerful and complex. They are round, full, robust and long on the palate framed by firm tannins. A large proportion are oak-aged (three years). They display fragrances of small red fruits and stewed fruit (blackcurrant), spices (pepper), liquorice, bay and vanilla, gradually developing into scents of game, brandy and truffle. Try them with roasted red meats or meat in a sauce (rib steak), lamb, game and cheeses.
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