Crous Saint Martin Rasteau “Les Garde-Corps”
WHY WE LOVE IT
- The vines are located at the village of Rasteau, having a mix of clay and limestone soils. They receive a South East exposition facing Dentelles de Montmirail.
- The vines are 30-50 years old.
- Serve this wine at 14-16 degrees Celsius.
Varietal Composition: 80% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre
Elaboration: Hand harvested. Aged 2-10 years after the vintage.
Tasting Notes: Deep color and aromas of black fruits. A great depth for a generous red. Its terroir allows for both finesse and body, the complex tannins develop notes of spice and violet. A full bodied red at its best.
PRESS
2020 – 90 Wine Enthusiast Editors’ Choice | 92 Jeb Dunnuck
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
An overnight blockbuster for us immediately upon arrival two vintages back, Crous St Martin is a collaboration between Rhone expert Harry Bosmans and Eric Bonnet of Domaine Bastide Saint Dominique. Harry is a household name amongst quality growers in the Rhone Valley and an invaluable resource thanks to his skill on both the production side and on the sales side. Eric’s family has been growing grapes in the north-east corner of the Chateauneuf-du-Pape appellation for three generations now, with 120 acres of vines in their name. Eric’s father began to make wines at Bastide Saint Dominique in 1980, quickly establishing the property as an elite player in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Eric, now 39 years old, spent his early winemaking years up North in Burgundy, and that influence still shows in the delicate balance he is able to achieve between power and detail.