Chateau Pesquie Quintessence Rouge
A deep ruby color. The nose showcases blackberry, black cherry, and plum, aromas with notes of violet, black pepper, licorice, and garrigue herbs. On the palate, the wine delivers concentrated dark fruit with hints of cocoa, spice, and smoky earth. Started 1989, Château Pesquié is comprised of 100 hectares of vines. Only organic treatments are used in the vineyard. The age of the vines ranges from 20 to well over 80 years old. All these conditions combine to create wines that are rich in fruit with remarkable balance.
Country: France
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Ventoux
Classification: AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée)
Grape Varietal: Syrah, Grenache
Feature: Organic, Vegan, Biodynamic
Grape Profile: Shiraz, also known as Syrah, provides richness, dark fruit flavors, and peppery spice. Grenache brings red fruit flavors with a hint of floral notes. Together, the blend creates a wine that is rich, spicy, and balanced with both intensity and elegance.
Region Profile: Ventoux sits at the eastern edge of the southern Rhône, influenced by the towering Mont Ventoux, which provides elevation, cooler temperatures, and strong diurnal shifts. Vineyards here benefit from cool nights, abundant sunshine, and limestone-rich soils, preserving acidity and aromatic lift.
Pair with: Hearty dishes like grilled red meats, poultry, and game. Rich pasta dishes with meat sauces. Mature aged cheeses like Cheddar and Gouda. Roasted vegetables. Spicy & herb-infused foods.
