Domaine la Soumade Rasteau 2022 750ml

From the heart of the Southern Rhône Valley, Domaine la Soumade Rasteau 2022 is a rich and beautifully balanced expression of one of France's most respected Cru appellations. Produced by acclaimed winemaker Frédéric Roméro, this predominantly Grenache wine showcases the warmth and generosity of Rasteau while maintaining remarkable freshness and elegance. Layers of ripe dark fruit, aromatic herbs, and subtle spice create a powerful yet refined red that rewards now or after a few years in the cellar.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum layered with lavender, garrigue, liquorice, black pepper and subtle baking spice
• Palate: Rich and concentrated with generous dark berry fruit, silky tannins, and savoury complexity — hints of thyme, cracked pepper and warm spice balanced by fresh acidity
• Finish: Long, powerful and elegant with lingering dark fruit, spice and the distinctive herbal character of the Southern Rhône

Winemaking

• Predominantly Grenache with Syrah and Mourvèdre
• Sourced from Rasteau AOC, Southern Rhône, France
• 14.5% ABV
• Cork closure

Vineyard & Producer

Domaine la Soumade is one of Rasteau's benchmark estates, with the Roméro family producing wines that consistently rank among the Southern Rhône's finest. Their Rasteau Cru is a testament to the appellation's potential for age-worthy, terroir-driven reds.

Food Pairing

• Slow-cooked lamb or beef short ribs
• Venison or duck
• Grilled steaks and hearty casseroles
• Aged hard cheeses

Serving & Cellaring

Serve at 16–18°C, ideally after decanting for 30–60 minutes. Drink now or cellar 8–12 years for greater depth and complexity.