Domaine de Pellehaut Harmonie de Gascogne Rouge

An uncomplicated red wine from the heart of Gascony — powerful in character, but with the lightness that distinguishes Southwest French country wines.

For over 300 years, the Béraut family has farmed their estate in Montréal-du-Gers. Today, brothers Martin and Mathieu Béraut run the Domaine de Pellehaut — one of the most well-known estates of the IGP Côtes de Gascogne. On sandy and calcareous soils, classic Southwest grape varieties like Tannat, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc ripen into a down-to-earth red wine that gets straight to the point.

In the glass, the Harmonie de Gascogne Rouge shows dark blackberry and plum, plus a hint of clove and leather. The palate is medium-bodied, the tannins are grippy but not harsh, the finish is short and fresh with a pleasant spiciness.

• Food: Cassoulet, grilled merguez, lamb chops, or strong goat cheese
• Temperature: 16–17 °C