Country: France  Region: Rhone  Vintage: 2019 Grape Variety: 50% Syrah 50% Grenache Category: Red Wine  Color: Red   Grignan les Adhémar is the new name for Tricastin and Domaine de Montine is one of the best-known names here. A family business, just outside Grignan, this has well-placed vines and makes wine in all three colours. Why buy from here? The answer is freshness. This part of the Rhône is almost at an intermediary stage between north and south. The syrah grape works well here as do all the whites, ripening without undue haste, and the wines are inexpensive and quality on the way up.The domaine was established in 1933 when Albert Monteillet bought the land and is now run by Melina Monteillet, the fourth generation to take the reins. Surrounded by lavender fields she farms without using chemicals, either pesticides or herbicides, and all fertilisers are organic. The soil is chalk and light clay, and work in the vineyards is all done by hand so each vine gets individual attention and green harvesting lowers yields before the ripe grapes are harvested at night for maximum freshness. Grape Variety: 50% Syrah 50% Grenache   WINE GROWING PROCESS : The provision in organic fertilizer is strictly reserved to the plot of land concerned, and is done in a respectful ground/plant harmony. Tillage and grass covering are done one row out of two. Manual work on growing vines. High trellising (3 or 4 wires). Green harvest and leaf thinning depending on the vintage.We practice morning harvest. WINEMAKING PROCESS : The grapes are 100% destemmed. Fermentation in traditional concrete vats. More or less two week of maceration. Daily pumping over and control of temperatures. Ageing in concrete and-or stainless steel vats between 6 to 8 months.Alcohol content : 14% MATCHING FOOD AND WINE : To enjoy at any occasion... Ideal match with a platter of charcuterie and cheese, with a roast beef or a ready to eat saint Marcellin ... and with any kind of gratins... This wine can match so many dishes ! WINE AGING POTENTIAL : Enjoy as soon as you come home... or within 3 to 5 years. WINEMAKER'S TASTING Its fresh and bright color reminds us of young but ripe blackcurrant, with nice violet hints.The first nose is surprising, with a very fresh and crunchy attack, just like a well ripe pomegranate. After airing it becomes more and more pleasant, and more typical from our southern appellation.A fresh and light attack, proper to the Pinot Noir elegance, with all the south friendliness. The end of the palate reveals the full-bodied and intense character, soft tannins liven it up, it has nicely opened up.Harmonious and well balanced Suitable for any friendly moment !