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Domaine La Combe Blanche
Domaine La Combe Blanche
Minervois La LiviniereGuy Vanlancker, at Domaine La Combe Blanche, is one of the most innovative and quality-minded producers in the Languedoc. He produces a range of Vins de Pays, Minervois and Minervois La Liviniere wines that represent superb value for money and show just how the best wines from this region have the ability to mature gracefully. In her book "The Wines Of The South Of France", Rosemary George M.W is fulsome in her praise when describing a tasting session in M.Vanlancker's cellar of various vintages of the different wines. She finishes by saying... "There is no doubt that Guy Vanlancker deserves greater recognition, for his wines are stylish and individual." And if you need further convincing, take a look at some glowing write-ups on our media recommendations page. For more information on this fabulous producer, please see our winemakers page.

Domaine La Combe Blanche Four A Chaux Roussanne/Viognier 2006 Vin de Pays des Cotes du Brian
Domaine La Combe Blanche Roussanne/Viognier 2006 table
Vintage
 2006
 Domaine La Combe Blanche Roussanne Viognier 2005
Region Vin de Pays des Côtes du Brian, in the Minervois
Colour/Style Dry white - medium to full bodied. Aged 6 months in oak
Grapes Roussanne and Viognier
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 13.5%
Food Seafood, fish, chicken and spicy oriental dishes
Next day
As good
Drink Over the next 2 or 3 years
Lovely pale/mid gold colour. The nose has peach, apple and orange, with notes of honeysuckle. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with flavours of quince, lemon and lime and a gentle honeyed quality, followed by a lingering, spicy finish. The inherant richness of the Roussanne is countered by the lively acidity of the Viognier, in a lovely wine, made by a winemaker at the top of his game.
Currently out of stock - more arriving June 2007.


 
Price:  £7.25 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)
Domaine La Combe Blanche Le Blanc 2000 Vin de Pays des Cotes du Brian
Domaine La Combe Blanche Le Blanc 2000 table
Vintage
 2000
 Domaine La Combe Blanche Le Blanc 2000
Region La Liviniere, north-east of Carcassonne
Colour/Style Dry white - full bodied. 12 months in oak barrels
Grapes  A blend of Roussanne and Viognier
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 14.0%
Food White meats, fish, shellfish, cheese, foie gras
Next day
Still improving
Drink Drinking beautifully now, but will hold for a few years
Bright gold/straw, with hints of amber. Notes of apricot, cider apple, mandarin, honey and toffee, with hints of cinnamon, clove and fennel. Rich and honied, offering citrus, apple, pear, peach and spice flavours. Rich fruit with a mineral edge and some excellent acidity. Although weighing-in at 14% abv, it  also has an inherent freshness. With immense complexity and considerable length of flavour, this is an extraordinary wine, at a giveaway price.


 
Price:  £9.75 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine La Combe Blanche La Vigne de l'Homme Rosé 2006 - Minervois
Domaine La Combe Blanche La Vigne de l'Homme Rosé 2006 table
Vintage
 2006
 La Vigne de l'Homme 2003
Region Minervois, north-east of Carcassonne
Colour/Style Dry rosé - light/medium bodied
Grapes Carignan, Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 12.5%
Food Mixed salads, light fish dishes, or just on its own
Next day
As good
Drink Now, or over the next 2 or 3 years
Made by the saignée method (an early pressing of juice from the grapes used for the Vigne de l'Homme red wine) with a delightful pale salmon pink colour. The nose has strwberry, raspberry and peardrop aromas with a hint of peach. The palate is very fruity but bone dry, with flavours of summer fruits, citrus and a hint of peppery spice. It has refreshing acidity, and a very decent, peppery finish.
 
Price:  £6.50 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine La Combe Blanche "La Vigne de l'Homme" 2003 - Minervois
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Vintage
 2003
 La Vigne de l'Homme 2003
Region Minervois, north-east of Carcassonne
Colour/Style Dry red - medium bodied
Grapes Carignan, Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 13.0%
Food Red meats, game, cheeses, or even on its own.
Next day
Actually gets better after a day or two!
Drink Absolutely perfect now, or to keep for 2 or 3 years
This shows what can be done with the traditional Minervois mix of old Carignan and Cinsault, with Grenache and Syrah, when made with such loving care by a winemaker of Guy Vanlancker's calibre. A wonderful expression of "cool-climate" Languedoc wine, gloriously fruity, with lashings of summer fruits, in a sweet and sour style that makes it just perfect to drink now. Superbly balanced, and with a finish that stays for ages. Brilliant value!
 
Price:  £6.25 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine La Combe Blanche La Galine 2000 - Minervois La Liviniere
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Vintage
 2000
 Domaine La Combe Blanche La Galine 2000
Region Minervois La Liviniere, north-east of Carcassonne
Colour/Style Dry red - medium/full bodied. 18 months in oak
Grapes 40% Syrah, plus Grenache, Carignan and Cinsault
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 13.5%
Food Duck, game, steak, lamb, chicken
Next day
Still improving
Drink Drinking well now, and will evolve over the next 5-10 years
Medium-deep carmine colour, with complex red and black fruits, violets, cigar box, toasty oak and a whiff of eau de vie. Quite rich, with complex bramble and black cherry flavours, allied to fine, soft tannins and a lingering, sweet and sour finish. Shades of Chateauneuf - only more interesting!



 
Price:  £8.75 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine La Combe Blanche Clos du Causse 2001 - Minervois La Liviniere
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Vintage
 2001
 Clos du Causse 2001
Region Minervois La Liviniere, north-east of Carcassonne
Colour/Style Dry red - medium/full bodied. 18 months in oak barrels 
Grapes 60% Syrah, 10%Grenache, 30% Cinsault.
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 14.0%
Food Duck, game, beef, lamb
Next day
As good
Drink Now, or over the next 5-10 years
Dark purple, semi-opaque, with a complex nose of red/black fruits, and well-integrated espresso oak. Masses of baked fruit flavours (bramble, raspberry, dark cherry) with dark chocolate and  firm, but ripe tannins. As with many of the 2001's, drinking well already, but with the capacity to age and improve for some years yet.


 
Price:  £9.95 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine La Combe Blanche "La Chandeliere" 2001 - Minervois La Liviniere
Domaine La Combe Blanche La Chandeliere 2001 table
Vintage
 2001
 Domaine La Combe Blanche La Chandeliere 2001
Region Minervois La Liviniere, north-east of Carcassonne
Colour/Style Dry red - full bodied. 18 months in oak barrels
Grapes 75% Syrah, 15% Grenache, 10% Carignan
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 14.0%
Food Fillet steak, roast beef or lamb, game
Next day
Still improving
Drink Starting to drink now, will evolve over next 5 to 10 years
Deep purple colour, with a complex nose of bramble and black cherry fruit, with notes of cedar, freshly-dyed leather and mocha. Rich, tarry black fruits abound, with fine, chocolatey tannins and pronounced acidity. A wine of great structure and finesse that is only just starting to hit its stride. A cracking wine - possibly the best La Chandeliere to date.

 
Price:  £11.95 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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The Domaine La Combe Blanche Case - Save £10
Domaine La Combe Blanche offer
Domaine La Combe Blanche A specially priced sample case, covering our fabulous range of wines from Guy Vanlancker at Domaine La Combe Blanche. 85% of the vineyards are planted with the traditional southern varieties: Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault and Carignan, which go into the Minervois and La Liviniere wines. The remaining 15% comprise Tempranillo, Pinot Noir, Roussanne and Viognier, which are used to make some fabulous and unusual Vins de Pays. The wines in this selection normally retail separately for £97.80.  This specially-priced 12 bottle case is offered at the special price of £87.80 (a saving of £10) and comprises the following wines;

1 x Four a Chaux Roussanne/Viognier 2006 - Vin de Pays des Cotes du Brian
1 x Le Blanc 2000 - Vin de Pays des Cotes du Brian
1 x La Vigne de l'Homme (Rosé) 2006 - Minervois
2 x Four a Chaux Pinot Noir 2005 - Vin de Pays des Cotes du Brian
2 x La Vigne de l'Homme (Red) 2003 - Minervois
2 x La Galine 2000 - Minervois La Liviniere
2 x Clos du Causse 2001 - Minervois La Liviniere
1 x La Chandeliere 2001 - Minervois La Liviniere
 
Price:  £87.80 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Minimum order value, delivery charges and times
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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