Silex Rouge

Vintage 2017
by Scv Terres Plurielles
Varietal Carignan
Color red
Region Languedoc Roussillon
Country France
Medal Score
6.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
wild blackberrydried herbsgarriguesmoked meatblack olive
Palate

Medium-full bodied with firm but well-integrated tannins, lively acidity, and a rustic yet textured mouthfeel characteristic of old-vine Carignan from the Languedoc.

Finish

The finish is moderately long, lingering with notes of dried lavender, earthy minerality, and a hint of spice.

Food Pairings
  • • slow-braised lamb shoulder with herbes de Provence
  • • grilled merguez sausages
  • • wild boar stew
  • • aged Manchego cheese
  • • duck confit with lentils
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2026

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Silver Elle à Table 2021
Silver Concours General Agricole Paris Wine Competition 2020
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2021

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