Tasting Notes & Ratings
Grape
50% Grenache, 40% Carignan and 10% Syrah.
Tasting notes
The 2021 Domaine du Clos des Fées "Vieilles Vignes" Rouge from Côtes du Roussillon Villages is a bold and expressive blend of Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah. Deep in color, it opens with intense aromas of ripe dark fruit, peppery spice from the Syrah, and subtle notes of licorice. On the palate, it delivers a rich, concentrated profile with a velvety texture, balanced by well-integrated tannins and a lively acidity that adds freshness and structure. A powerful yet refined wine with remarkable depth and aging potential.
More About The Winery
Founded in 1998 by Hervé Bizeul — former “Best Young Sommelier of France,” wine journalist, and Paris wine bar owner — Domaine du Clos des Fées has become one of the most acclaimed estates in Roussillon. What began with a small, garage-made vintage quickly turned into an international success story, with the wines now sought after by collectors worldwide.
The domaine’s vineyards stretch across diverse terroirs, up to 15 km apart, with exposures and soils ranging from granite to limestone. Many plots feature century-old vines, hand-harvested and farmed with a philosophy of respect for nature.
With plantings focused on Grenache, Carignan, Syrah, Grenache Blanc, and Grenache Gris, Clos des Fées produces wines of remarkable depth, concentration, and finesse. Ageing in oak barriques and bottling without filtration further enhances their character and authenticity.