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Chateau d'Estoublon

Chateau d'Estoublon

As a merchant specialising in the wines of southern France, I tend to get numerous emails every week from some or other grower or their agent, looking to gain a foothold in the UK wine market. Time (or a distinct lack of it) dictates that I reply to only a small percentage of these emails – usually dependent on whether I am one of hundreds of recipients of a bulk email, or the target of an altogether more selective campaign. And although the majority of the growers on our current list are there because I found them, a few are there because they found me.

One such grower is Chateau d’Estoublon, a long-established estate, situated on the southern slopes of the Alpilles, which was purchased in 1999 by the Schneider family (of Breitling watches fame). The family immediately set about restoring the imposing 18th Century Chateau and the surrounding vineyards and olive groves, whilst their young winemaker Remy Reboul (under the tutelage of Eloi Durrbach himself) set about making the wines. Some replanting was also carried out – mature Grenache and Syrah vines were already there, together with Grenache Blanc for the white wine. But unfashionable workhorse varieties such as Counoise, Cinsault and Ugni Blanc were replaced with more noble varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvedre, Marsanne and Roussanne, which came into production with the 2002 vintage.

The red wines are based on Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre, with the main Chateau red also containing 20% Cabernet Sauvignon (the maximum permitted for the Les Baux de Provence appellation). Despite the Cabernet in the blend, these reds are stylistically quite similar to Chateauneuf-du-Pape – and bloody good Chateauneuf, at that! Just one white is made, being a blend of Marsanne, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc. Because Marsanne and Roussanne are not permitted varieties for the AOC, this wine bears the label "Vin de Pays des Alpilles". But make no mistake, this is brilliant stuff, which stands comparison with the (far more expensive) Trévallon white wine – and indeed, many a top white Chateauneuf or even Hermitage. The wines are certified organic (Ecocert).

Chateau d'Estoublon Jeunes Vignes 2003 Les Baux de Provence
Chateau d'Estoublon Jeune Vignes 2003 table

Vintage	2003
Region	Provence - Fontvieille, on the southern edge of the Alpilles
Colour/Style	Dry red, full bodied. Aged 1 year in large oak barrels.
Grapes	A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre
Alcohol (a.b.v)	13.6%
Food	Roast or grilled red meats, sautéed vegetables, pasta
Next day	Still very good
Drink	Excellent now, but will age for another 5+ years
Dark ruby/purple with a bricking rim. A nose of raspberry, cherry and bramble with a touch of volatile acidity giving extra lift. With a lovely mix of ripe berries, fresh bread and spangles on the palate, this is mouth-filling without being too rich, and warming without being alcoholic. This wine is certainly atypical for a 2003 from this region - and all the better for it. An unusual and lovely wine. Certified organic.

Price: £13.50 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Chateau d'Estoublon 2004 Les Baux de Provence
Chateau d'Estoublon 2004 table

Vintage	2004
Region	Provence - Fontvieille, on the southern edge of the Alpilles
Colour/Style	Dry red, full bodied. Aged 18 months in large oak barrels.
Grapes	Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Mourvedre
Alcohol (a.b.v)	13.8%
Food	Venison and other game, beef, mushroom risotto
Next day	Still excellent
Drink	Can be drunk now, but will age for 10+ years
Dark ruby/purple. The nose hints at classy, complex red and black fruits. The palate is rich and mouth-filling with fresh bramble, blackcurrant and cherry flavours complimented by a hint of dark chocolate, and all held together with soft tannins and a hint of stalkiness adding extra interest and complexity. Despite the inclusion of the permitted 20% of Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine bears more than a little similarity to a really top-notch Chateauneuf du Pape - but without the price tag to match! Certified organic.

Price: £15.50 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Chateau d'Estoublon 2005 Les Baux de Provence
Chateau d'Estoublon 2005 table

Vintage	2005
Region	Provence - Fontvieille, on the southern edge of the Alpilles
Colour/Style	Dry red, full bodied. Aged 18 months in large oak barrels.
Grapes	Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Mourvedre
Alcohol (a.b.v)	13.8%
Food	Venison and other game, beef, mushroom risotto
Next day	Still excellent
Drink	Can be drunk now, but will age for 5 to 10 years
A slightly lighter colour than the 2004 above, but with a similar aromatic profile, with additional layers of sweet, pastilly fruit - again, similar to a Chateauneuf du Pape, but with more freshness of fruit, complimented by a touch of spice. The tannins are a little grippy at the moment, and this would benefit from another year or two in bottle, but it is another very classy, serious wine, with a great future ahead of it. Certified organic.

Price: £16.50 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine d'Estoublon Blanc 2006 Vin de Pays des Alpilles
Domaine d'Estoublon Blanc 2006 table

Vintage	2006
Region	Provence - Fontvieille, on the southern edge of the Alpilles
Colour/Style	Dry white, full bodied. Aged in oak for 11 months
Grapes	Marsanne, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc
Alcohol (a.b.v)	13.6%
Food	Smoked salmon, shellfish, chicken, cheese
Next day	Still excellent
Drink	Can be drunk now, but will age for 5 to 10 years
A deep gold colour with orange glints. The nose is a riot of apples and pears, oranges and exotic fruits, with notes of honeysuckle, clove and star anise - hugely complex and alluring. Made in a slightly nutty, oxidative style, yet with a lovely streak of freshness. Glycerous and mouth-filling, it has complex flavours of candied fruits and flowers, stewed apple, mandarin and spice and a long finish. A lovely wine, in the style of a white Hermitage or Trévallon. Expensive, but worth every penny. Organic.

Price: £18.49 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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The minimum order value is £50 (plus the delivery charge). You may of course choose a mix of any wines in our range. Orders between £50 and £175: delivery charge is £6. Orders over £175: delivery is free! (If your order is over £175, please remember to change the delivery charge in checkout to £0.00). Please note: Delivery to non-mainland addresses (Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, etc.) is usually possible, but may not be on a next-working-day basis. It is also more expensive than delivery to mainland addresses, so will be charged at cost (for orders under £175) but with a small discount for orders over £175 - please call us for a quote.

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