Domaine de Cabrol

La Dérive 2020

Cabardès | Red | 2020

Domaine de Cabrol

La Dérive 2020

Cabardès | Rouge | 2020

With a precise blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, this wine captivates with its deep purple color and sophisticated nose, featuring aromas of black fruit cream, violet, and pepper. On the palate, it reveals a velvety texture and lovely body. The finish is marked by well-integrated tannins and spicy notes, thanks to careful aging. This is a wine that is both powerful and elegant, ready to be enjoyed now or after a few years of cellaring.

Regular price 22.80€

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Country of originFrance
RegionLanguedoc
AppellationCabardès
Grape variety(ies)Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon
CertificationHigh Environmental Value
WinemakingAging in oak barrels
Soil TypeClay-limestone
Alcohol content14.0%
Regular price 22.80€
La Dérive 2020
22,80 €

How to enjoy this wine?

Cuvée Profile

Powerful | Spicy

Serving Recommendations

Serve at 16° to 18°

Aging Potential

5 to 10 years

Our Review of the Cuvée

On the nose, a captivating complexity unfolds with notes of black fruits, violet, and Mediterranean spices. The palate, elegant and refined, reveals a full-bodied and delicately velvety texture, carried by aromas of blackberry and a subtle menthol freshness. The tannins are silky, beautifully balancing an already generous structure. On the finish, a lingering aroma of pepper and toasted nuances underscores its assertive yet harmonious character. This wine perfectly illustrates the art of balancing power and elegance.
Vin de France : Distinguished since 2010.
Hachette Guide: Distinguished since 2000 with “Coup de Cœur”
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Domaine de Cabrol

Languedoc | France

Cabardès draws on the interplay between Atlantic and Mediterranean influences, and the Cabrol estate has been exploring this fusion for decades. Cabernet, Syrah, and Grenache grow side by side here, producing bright, lively wines with delicate tannins. The winemaking process prioritizes fine-grained texture, avoiding heavy extraction, and allows the limestone terroir to shine through clearly. The result is an ethereal, almost graphic balance, enhanced by subtle aging. Cabrol has long demonstrated that this still relatively unknown appellation possesses a true uniqueness.