The opinion of the sommelier
This wine is a pure gem. It’s a tribute to the noble terroir of Saint-Chinian. Located in the South of France, Domaine Haut-Loubier’s vines are located on slopes which give fresh wines with complex aromas. In the mouth you can experience hint of ripe fruits, spices and pepper with firm tannins for our pleasure.
Terroir
The terroir of Saint-Chinian is divided in two parts. In one of them the soil is composed of schists which produce fruity wines with a low level of acidity. Domaine Haut-Loubier is located on the second kind of soil made of clay and limestone. This type of soil offers freshness to the wines and the limestone gives firm tannins that allows the wine to age longer.
Grape variety
This wine gathers three different grapes which develop the whole structure and complexity of this cuvee. As it usually does, Grenache gives aromas of red fruits and firm tannins. Syrah provide smoky notes of spices and hints of ripe fruits. The last grape, Mourvèdre, is known for its peppery flavours.
Vintage
The weather was unfavourable during the spring 2017. Frost and hail struck in the Languedoc region and destroyed around 60% of the harvest. The summer was more favourable for the vineyards and let the vines fulfil their development and provide high quality grapes for ones that survived spring. 
A winemaker, a family
In the early 19th century, Domaine Haut-Loubier already owned 20 hectares divided between vineyards and olive trees. Located on hills, this winery uses parcels with different sun exposure in order to pair the lands and the grapes. We can taste this beautiful wine thanks to Jean-Marc Loubier, winemaker and owner of this winery.
My VitiBox, October. 2018 / bouteille
Sold by cases of 3 or 6 bottles. Delivery within 7 days.
In the mouth you can experience hint of ripe fruits, spices and pepper with firm tannins for our pleasure.
