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2020 Argilla ad Argillam Domaine des Escaravailles
| Grapes | Grenache |
| Colour | Red |
| Origin | France, Rhône |
| Other | Vegetarian |
| District | Southern Rhône |
| Village | Rasteau |
| ABV | 14.5% |
Very pretty, wild cherries, roses, strawberries, gentle spice. Sleek and pure, very defined, perfumed, gentle but persistent, strawberries, cherries and sculpted tannins, elegant, pretty floral, with lovely acid push and a delicate salty finish. L&S (Jul 2023)
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2020 Argilla ad Argillam 60% Grenache 40%Syrah all in Amphora More brightness on the note, elegant and bright, redcurrant and spice too, very pure and balanced, great wine, full of energy and vibrancy. It is ready to go now, really rewarding. L&S (Jul 2022)
The 2020 Rasteau Argilla Ad Argillam is another beautiful wine that leans toward the vibrant, elegant end of the spectrum, which is something we’re starting to see more and more from Rasteau, which in the past was known for making powerful, at times rustic wines. Lots of pretty violet, floral, and black and blue fruits emerge from this medium-bodied 2020. It’s already drinking nicely, and I see no need to delay gratification. The blend is 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah aged in amphora. Rating: 91 Jeb Dunnuck, www.jebdunnuck.com (Jan 2022)
Domaine des Escaravailles
Domaines des Escaravailles was established in 1953 by Jean-Louis Ferran and his two sons, Daniel and Jean-Pierre, in the village of Rasteau.
Today it is run by the third generation of the family, Gilles, the son of Daniel. With vineyards on not only the clay, limestone hillsides of Rasteau, but also in Cairanne, Roaix, Villedieu and St Roman de Malegarde. The estate is run organically and everything is done by hand with the wines made in the cellars in the heart of the property in Rasteau.
The estate takes it's name from the Occitan word for the Scarab Beetle, which you will also find adorning the labels of the wines.
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