{"product_id":"vergnes-domaine-martinolles-pinot-noir-igp-aude-france","title":"Vergnes Domaine Martinolles Pinot Noir, IGP Aude, France","description":"\u003cp\u003eWild strawberries, ripe red cherries, delicate woodland aromas, and gentle sweet spice introduce the 2025 Vergnes Domaine Martinolles Pinot Noir, an elegant red wine from the Languedoc in southern France. Produced from 100% Pinot Noir under the IGP Pays d'Oc designation, this expressive wine combines fragrant red fruit with refreshing acidity, supple tannins, and subtle savoury complexity. At 13% ABV, it offers a graceful balance of fruit concentration, freshness, and structure. The Mediterranean climate, moderated by cooler influences from the surrounding landscape, encourages ripe fruit development while preserving the variety's delicate aromatic character. Approachable yet refined, this Pinot Noir reflects Domaine Martinolles' longstanding winemaking heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFounder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antoine Vergnes, 1898\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaines Paul Mas\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Personnel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Producer Team\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Soils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay-limestone, with locally gravelly sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Training:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Guyot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4,400 vines per hectare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Climate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean with oceanic influences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical harvesting at night to protect fruit freshness and limit oxidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Destemmed before fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Fermentation Maceration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 days of cold maceration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcoholic Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 days under controlled conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily pump-overs and punch-downs during fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalolactic Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conducted as part of the producer's established winemaking programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The producer describes 4 months in oak barrels; the 2025 Guide Hachette entry reports tank maturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberry, raspberry, cherry, woodland earth, sweet spice, vanilla, and subtle liquorice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains sulphites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright garnet-red with delicate violet reflections, the wine opens with expressive aromas of fresh strawberries, wild raspberries, and ripe red cherries. Subtle notes of woodland undergrowth, sweet baking spice, and vanilla contribute complexity to the fragrant fruit. The palate is supple and well-balanced, revealing juicy red berries, gentle cherry sweetness, and a delicate hint of liquorice. Fine, approachable tannins provide structure, while refreshing acidity preserves the wine's elegance and vibrancy. Subtle savoury undertones emerge through the mid-palate, adding depth without overwhelming its natural Pinot Noir character. The finish is graceful and persistent, with lingering impressions of red fruit, gentle spice, and delicate earthy freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Star: Le Guide Hachette des Vins, 2027 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Star: Le Guide Hachette des Vins, 2026 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Star: Le Guide Hachette des Vins, 2024 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Star: Le Guide Hachette des Vins, 2023 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Medal: Concours Général Agricole de Paris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrix des Vinalies: Vinalies Nationales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal: Mondial des Pinots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine Martinolles was founded in 1898 by Antoine Vergnes in Saint-Hilaire, near Limoux, and developed a longstanding reputation for producing wines that express the varied terroirs of southern France. Originally associated with the Vergnes family, the estate was acquired in 2011 by Jean-Claude Mas and incorporated into Domaines Paul Mas. Under estate manager Bastien Lalauze, the vineyards have undergone careful renewal, with an emphasis on sustainable cultivation and preserving established vines. The property holds Terra Vitis and High Environmental Value certifications. Its Pinot Noir reflects this heritage, combining traditional vineyard management with precise winemaking to create an accessible, fruit-driven expression of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe lightly chilled at approximately 14 to 15 degrees Celsius in a Burgundy-style red wine glass to appreciate its fragrant red fruit, delicate spice, and supple texture. Allow the wine a few minutes in the glass to reveal its subtle woodland and savoury nuances. Pair with roast chicken, grilled pork tenderloin, herb-roasted veal, or lightly seasoned lamb. Its refreshing acidity and gentle tannins also complement charcuterie, tapas, mushroom risotto, grilled vegetables, and Mediterranean-style seafood dishes. For cheese pairings, choose Brie, Camembert, mild goat's cheese, or lightly aged Gruyère. Enjoy young for its bright fruit and freshness, with potential for short-term cellaring under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harvest Wine Company","offers":[{"title":"2025 \/ 750mL","offer_id":67703953129527,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/Vergnes_Domaine_Martinolles_Pinot_Noir_IGP_Aude_France_2025.png?v=1794430168","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/vergnes-domaine-martinolles-pinot-noir-igp-aude-france","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}