La Pierre du Diable Rouge, AOC Ventoux, Rouge, 2024

With a rich past of more than 2000 years, the Rhone Valley has forged its history around myths and legends. The one of the "Pierre du Diable" (Devil's stone) dates back to the 9th century and finds its origin near Carpentras, one of the cities of the Ventoux appellation.

Presentation

Presentation
According to the legend, the Devil pushed a rock on a chapel built by the King Charlemagne and dedicated to the Virgin Mary in order to destroy it. The "Devil’s Stone” was stopped by Mary. Since that time, it still overlooks the small Chapel and one can still see three claw marks left by the devil on the rock.
The vintage
2024 has been full of weather challenges. Spring brought disease pressure, summer droughts reduced yields, and heavy rains in September added to the difficulties. Even so, the great quality of the wines reflects the skill, dedication, and great adaptability of our Artisans winegrowers and winemakers.
Terroir
The grapes grow on three complementary soils : light sandy soils on the hills, alluvial slopes and calcareous terraces.
Winemaking
Vinification with daily rack and return, cooling of the must. The wine undergoes short maceration (8 days) in order to preserve the fruit and develop soft tannins.
Varietals
Carignan
Grenache noir
Syrah
Specifications
Contains sulphites.
Vignerons engagés

Advice

Serving
12°-14°C.
Tasting
Elegant and fruity nose. Smooth with finely-grained tannins. Round and fresh.
Food pairings
Ideal with grilled meats, pork chops, and salads.