Château Rayas La Pialade - Côtes-du-Rhône - Red - 2013 :

 

The LA PIALADE cuvée is Emmanuel Reynaud's masterful Côtes du Rhône, a wine that carries the unmistakable, delicate signature of Château Rayas. Often blended from younger vines on the Rayas and Fonsalette estates, it is a critically acclaimed bottling that consistently over-delivers, standing as one of the most elegant and refined expressions of the appellation.

Sommelier's Tasting Notes

The wine presents a bright ruby hue and an aromatic profile that is both complex and subtle. Expect concentrated notes of pure red fruit, plum, and raspberry conserve, beautifully intertwined with classic Southern Rhône hints of garrigue and white pepper spice. Its defining feature is the mouthfeel: a silky, almost Pinot Noir-like texture with fine, seamless tannins, culminating in a fresh, persistent, and utterly charming finish.

Food Matching & Decanting

A versatile red that shines with traditional Sunday roasts and richly flavoured dishes:

• Classic UK Match: Moroccan Lamb Tagine or a traditional Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding.
• Game Pairing: A hearty Game Pie (Venison or Pheasant) or mature hard cheeses.
• Service Note: Serve at cellar temperature (16°C) after a brief aeration to fully appreciate its renowned finesse.

Côtes du Rhône 2013
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