La Graveirette Ju de Vie Rouge

ProducerDomaine de la Graveirette (Julien Mus)RegionSouthern Rhône, FranceGrapeGrenache, Marselan, Merlot, MourvèdreFarmingBiodynamic

AbstractBerry fruit, herbs, easy grip

Winemaker
Julien Mus returned from studying in Burgundy to work his family's vineyards rather than sell all the grapes to the cooperative. Biodynamic farming now underpins Domaine de la Graveirette.

Wine
Ju de Vie Rouge combines Grenache, Marselan, Merlot and Mourvèdre outside the usual appellation rules. Generous berry fruit, a little southern herb and an easy, supple grip. This is a Rhône red with its sleeves rolled up. Pour it with grilled sausages, stuffed peppers or a casserole, and give it a little cooling if the room is warm.

Origin
Bédarrides lies southeast of Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the southern Rhône. The surrounding landscape includes alluvial ground, clay and stony terraces. Summer warmth favours ripe fruit, with wind and differences between vineyard positions shaping the balance.