Our wines

2005 Château Combebelle AOC St Chinian

LIMITED STOCKS REMAINING
The grapes were picked by hand and vinified separately in open wooden vats. Traditional fermentation with pigage during 15-20 days. The wine then spent 12 months in 1-year-old barrels with a further 6 months in tank before bottling.
Full bodied, well balanced and fruity wine.

Serve at room temperature. Delicious just to drink now, or perfect with sanglier (wild boar), duck or venision.
Cellaring for 2-3 years.

“Great concentration and depth ........ I particularly enjoyed this wine with my Sunday roast beef!” (Dominic Keogh, London)
“Fabulous wine .......... great value for money!” (Sarah Watts, Dubai)

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2006 Château de Combebelle AOC St Chinian

NEW RELEASE
Hand-picked grapes, traditional vinification in open fermenters, ageing in barrel for 12 months – this wine is a reflection of the terroir and varietals making up this blend. The character of the fruit shines through in the aroma and on the palate. The tannins add a roundness of flavour and complexity in the mouth.

Serve at room temperature. Ideal with game, red meat and strongly flavoured cheese.
Drinking now, but will benefit from 12 months cellaring.
Ageing potential 3-5 years.

“This modern-day offering has expressive spicy, dark fruits and hints of game. The palate is well structured with ripe tannins, firm acidity and good depth of fruit. Drink up to 2010.”
(Decanter – June 12 th 2008)

“An explosion of fruit on the aroma and palate, respecting both the character of the terroir and grapes used in the blend. I am delighted with this my first full vintage wine!”
(Catherine Wallace – La Vigneronne!!)

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2006 Château de Combebelle AOC St Chinian "Henri"

NEW RELEASE – LIMITED EDITION
Hand-picked grapes, traditional vinification in open fermenters, ageing in barrel for 12 months – this wine is represents more the character of the grape and the two vineyards selected for this blend. The character of the lighter soils creates a more elegant nose and palate. The ripeness of the fruit is enveloped by softly embracing tannins to add richness and complexity in the finish.

Serve at room temperature. Ideal with game, red meat and strongly flavoured cheese.
Drinking now, but will benefit from 12 months cellaring.
Ageing potential 3-5 years.

“The aim with this wine was to create a blend from some of the lighter, schist soils on the vineyard to produce a blend wine with more elegance and structure. The name “Henri” is in honour of my new nephew born on June 23 rd 2007 – the day his granny turned 80!” (Catherine Wallace – La Vigneronne)

2007 Château de Combebelle "Cerisiers" AOC St Chinian Rosé

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The first AOC St Chinian rosé to be released – this wine is a blend of Syrah and Grenache. Picked early in the morning to preserve the fresh fruity redcurrant/strawberry aromas and flavours. Fabulous bright pink colour. For all those rosé fans out there this is a must!

Serve chilled either as an aperitif or with light food (salads, chicken, cheese, fish).
Drinking now.

“The greatest compliment I received for this wine was recently at the Millésime Bio event in January where we first introduced this wine onto the market – buyers and winemakers alike came up to me congratulating me on the quality of the wine”. (Catherine Wallace – La Vigneronne)

“I liked the pink ‘ clean, modern style ....” (Monty Waldin)

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There are limited stocks available of the following wines :

2004 Domaine de Combebelle Rouge Vin de Pays d’Oc “Syrah/Grenache”
2004 Domaine de Combebelle Rouge Vin de Pays d’Oc (Syrah/Grenache/Cabernet Sauvignon)

Please contact Susan McCraith MW (Ethical Fine Wines) or Catherine Wallace for information on special promotions and offers regarding our wines.