Thunevin Calvet Cuvée Constance – Côtes du Roussillon Villages – Red – 2018:

 

THUNEVIN – CALVET CONSTANCE: Roussillon Powerhouse Red

The Cuvée Constance is the constant star in the portfolio of Thunevin-Calvet, a powerhouse collaboration between Bordeaux ‘Garagiste’ legend Jean-Luc Thunevin and Roussillon vigneron Jean-Roger Calvet. This A.O.P Côtes du Roussillon Villages red is a full-throttle Southern French blend, primarily Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan, crafted to reflect the region’s intense terroir. Aged entirely in concrete tanks, it delivers the concentration of old-vine fruit while maintaining incredible freshness and purity-a true high-value, high-impact wine.

Tasting Profile & Experience

• Color: Deep, intense ruby red.
• Nose: Explodes with ripe black fruit flavors-blackberry, dark plum, and crushed raspberry-layered with black pepper, licorice, and hints of elegant oak and leather.
• Palate: Full-bodied and robust, yet beautifully balanced. It has a silky texture with firm, structuring tannins that promise excellent ageability. The finish is long, spicy, and satisfyingly powerful.

Perfect Pairings & Serving

This wine is built for bold, savory food. Don’t be shy; serve it slightly cooler than room temperature (60°F-64°F) to let the fruit shine.

• Suggested Food Pairings: Texas-Style Smoked Brisket, BBQ Ribs, Pepper Steak, Hard Cheeses.
• Drink Window: Enjoy now after decanting, or cellar for 5-7 years.

Côtes du Roussillon Villages 2018
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