A vivid, zero-sulphur Bergerac rouge from organic clay-limestone soils, blending Malbec, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc into a convivial, fruit-forward everyday red built for the table.
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby with violet tones. The nose is an expressive burst of red and dark forest fruits, blackberries, blackcurrant, and a fresh floral touch. On the palate it is rich and generous, full of freshness and energy with soft tannins and a clean, fruit-driven finish. This is a wine of straightforward pleasure, not complexity.
Quick Facts
- Grapes: Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
- Origin: France, South West France, Bergerac AOC
- Style: Dry organic red, zero added sulphur
- Winemaking: Total destemming, 4-day cold maceration, 20-day maceration total, fermentation and lees ageing in stainless steel, minimal filtration, no sulphur at any stage
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Food Pairing
A vin de repas in the best sense: simple, convivial, and made for barbecued meats, burgers, hearty pasta, and casual gatherings. Drink young.
Serving
Serve at 16-18°C. Open 10 minutes before serving to let the fruit express itself.
About the Producer
Chateau Tour des Gendres was created by Luc de Conti, third generation of an Italian family that settled south of Bergerac in 1925. Luc pioneered organic farming in the region from 1996 and was certified in 2009, becoming one of the first in the Bergerac appellation to convert entirely. The 50-hectare estate in Ribagnac sits on clay-limestone soils and produces wines of remarkable purity and character. Today the estate is run by Gilles and Margaux de Conti, continuing Luc's legacy with the same passion and commitment to the land.
