Gerard Bertrand Heritage "An 1650" Clape Red 2023
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"Gérard Bertrand Héritage ""An 1650"" Clape Red 2023
About the producer:
Gérard Bertrand is a leading winemaker in the South of France, renowned for his biodynamic approach and his mission to showcase the diversity of Languedoc terroirs. The Héritage collection links modern winemaking with key moments in the region’s history, honoring its cultural roots.
About the region:
La Clape is a prestigious appellation in the Languedoc, located on a limestone massif overlooking the Mediterranean near Narbonne. The area benefits from abundant sunshine, cooling sea breezes, and rocky soils that produce wines of great character, depth, and freshness.
About the grape variety:
La Clape reds are typically blends of Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Syrah. These grapes thrive in the Mediterranean climate, yielding wines with ripe fruit, spice, structure, and excellent aging potential.
Style and tasting note:
Gérard Bertrand Héritage ""An 1650"" Clape Red 2023 reveals aromas of blackberry, cherry, and plum, complemented by notes of garrigue herbs, pepper, and a touch of licorice. The palate is full-bodied and elegant, with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, savory finish.
Trivia:
The name “An 1650” commemorates the year when La Clape was officially recognized as a terroir of distinction in regional archives. Once an island in Roman times, La Clape is now connected to the mainland and is celebrated as one of the jewels of Languedoc winemaking."
