Creve Coeur 2023 CDR Villages Seguret

Pablo Hocht of Domaine de Creve Coeur has 3 hectares of 60+ year-old vines in Seguret on sandy limestone marl soils, 60% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah. As with his lovely Sablet, the Seguret is certified biodynamic, fermented slowly with wild yeasts with the stems included. Aging is partly in one to five year-old barriques, partly in vat. In other words, great farming and old-fashioned winemaking. The 2023 Seguret shows a deep red/black color with astonishing aromas of raspberry and blackberry liqueur, black cherry and plum, with earth, garrigue, black pepper and cocoa - dark and rich but with a vibrant freshness. Really sensational aromatics. The palate is dense and round, with ripe blackberry and black plum liqueur, quite floral and showing the high percentage of Mourvedre, with hints of chocolate, citrus, licorice and provencal herbs. The bright acidity balances the wine and makes it food-friendly and remarkably vibrant. The finish is very, very long with cool acidity and earthy black fruits coating the palate. Serve this beautiful Seguret now, a bit cool, or cellar five to ten years. Great with stews and tagines, grilled meats and game. Very highly recommended! David Lillie