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Domaine Martin Les Sommets de Rasteau 2016
Rasteau AOP
The NY Times talks of “the hedonistic appeal and great value” of wines from Rasteau – “fruity, heady and powerful”. None more so than rich, spicy Domaine Martin. Blending Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, it’s packed with ripe fruit and velvet smooth.
Beyond the Label
Tasting notes
Rich ripe berry fruits, gentle tannin and mineral nuances
Aroma
Spicy black fruits and sweet, earthy complexity
More information
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Red - Full Bodied
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Deep plum red
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15.0% ABV
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11.25 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2026
Perched on a hill, just 24 km from Châteauneuf in the southern Rhône, Rasteau makes gorgeous, rich reds much like its more famous neighbours. Vines and wines go back here to the BC era, but more recently, in 1937, its wines became part of Côtes du Rhône. In 2010, they were promoted to full AOP status, putting them on a par with mighty Gigondas next door. Indeed, Domaine Martin can claim a key part in securing this promotion. The property goes back a century to 1905, when Julien Martin bought the 5-hectare estate. In 1947 his son Jules took over, expanding the vineyards and building a winery. Today it’s run by David and Eric Martin, grandsons of the founder. The wine’s supple richness and oak infused fruit are ideal for casseroles or lamb.
For the 2014 vintage
