CÔTES DU RHÔNE. Domaine du Bois des Dames is located in the heart of the Côtes du Rhône Village, on the noble terroirs of Plan de Dieu, or ‘God’s Plain.’ This richly textured cuvée melds complex red fruit flavors with nuances of fig and leather, culminating in a delicate touch of evergreen. It mirrors the esteemed legacy and time-honored techniques of winemaking in the area.
PLAN DE DIEU
Specifications
Notes and Pairing
Grape Variety
Region
Terroir
Type: Red
Grape: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Region: Côtes du Rhône
Domaine: Domaine du Bois des Dames
Vintage: 2022
ABV: 14%
Age in: Stainless Steel
Specifications
Type: Red
Grape: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Region: Côtes du Rhône
Domaine: Domaine du Bois des Dames
Vintage: 2022
ABV: 14%
Age in: Stainless Steel
Notes and Pairing
Tasting Notes: Expect a rich and full-bodied wine with aromas of dark berries, plum, black pepper, and a hint of garrigue (Mediterranean herbs).
Food Pairings: Red Meat, Game Dishes, Lamb, BBQ, Stews, Cheese
Grape Variety
Grenache: Offers ripe red fruit flavors, high alcohol, and a smooth texture.
Syrah: Adds color, structure, and flavors of dark fruits, pepper, and spice.
Mourvèdre: Contributes tannin, body, and earthy, gamey notes.
Region
Region: The Côtes du Rhône region in southeastern France is one of the country’s largest wine-producing areas, known for its diverse range of red, white, and rosé wines. The region is characterized by a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters.
Terroir
Terroir: Plan de Dieu, translated as “Plain of God,” is a specific area within the Côtes du Rhône known for its rocky, well-drained soils and abundant sunshine. These conditions are ideal for growing Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, resulting in wines with concentration and complexity.
Plan de Dieu
This AOC encompasses wines from 95 villages in the Ardèche, Drôme, Gard, and Vaucluse departments. The fight for recognition began in 1942, with Gard wine unions seeking legal recognition of their wines’ quality, drafting strict standards. The process took years, but a 1951 decree allowed villages to add their names to “AOC Côtes-du-Rhône” if conditions were met. Since 1966, 18 names have been included, from four communes in Gard, Drôme, and seven towns in Vaucluse. Each is associated with a specific terroir and duly verified.
Domaine du Bois des Dames
Established in 1957 on a former nuns’ convent in Gigondas, Domaine du Bois des Dames cultivates the terroirs of Plan de Dieu, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, and Gigondas. For 20 years, Gabriel Meffre built up a 100 hectare vineyard, but today, the estate is run by his son, Hugues, and daughter Aurélie.
