Spéciale

Vintage 2016
by Château Fortia
Varietal Garnacha Roja
Color red
Region Rhone Valley (Vallée du Rhône)
Country France
Medal Score
5.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
strawberryraspberrywhite pepperleather
Palate

This medium-bodied wine has moderate tannins, crisp acidity, and a smooth texture with flavors of dark fruit and spice.

Finish

The finish is long and lingering with notes of blackberry and subtle hints of earthy undertones.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops
  • • ratatouille
  • • duck confit
  • • mushroom risotto
Serving Temp
17-19°C
Drink Window
Now through 2028

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

Competition Medals

Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2020
Silver IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020
Bronze International Wine Challenge 2020

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