2023 Domaine Anne Gros & Jean Paul Tollot Minervois "Les Fontanilles", Languedoc-Roussillon, France
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ABOUT THIS WINE
“Les Fontanilles” is sourced from estate vineyards in the village of Cazelles, in the heart of the Minervois. The vineyards are planted on limestone, clay, and sandstone soils at higher elevations, where warm Mediterranean days are tempered by cooler nights, preserving freshness and aromatic complexity.
The blend is led by Syrah, complemented by Grenache and Carignan, showcasing the classic varieties of the region. The vineyards are farmed sustainably with meticulous attention to vine health and low yields. Grapes are hand-harvested, fermented with gentle extraction to preserve purity and elegance, and aged in a combination of concrete tanks and French oak barrels, allowing the fruit and terroir to remain at the forefront.
The 2023 vintage offers ripe black fruit, floral lift, and the wild herbal character that defines the Mediterranean landscape. While approachable in its youth, the wine has the structure to develop additional complexity over the next several years. It pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, duck, herb-roasted pork, ratatouille, or aged sheep's milk cheeses.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Anne Gros & Jean-Paul Tollot was established in 2008 when renowned Burgundian winemakers Anne Gros and Jean-Paul Tollot expanded their passion for terroir to the rugged hills of the Minervois. Drawn by the region's old vines, limestone soils, and exceptional potential, they have become leading voices in redefining the quality of Languedoc wines.
Their philosophy combines Burgundian precision with Mediterranean character, emphasizing sustainable viticulture, low yields, hand harvesting, and restrained winemaking. Gentle extraction and thoughtful élevage produce wines that are expressive, elegant, and transparent to their origin. Today, the domaine is celebrated for crafting some of the Minervois' most refined and age-worthy wines, proving that power and freshness can coexist beautifully in Southern France.