{"product_id":"chateau-rayas-domaine-des-tours-merlot-syrah-2010","title":"Château Rayas, Domaine des Tours Merlot Syrah 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinctive southern Rhône red from the Rayas family, pairing Merlot with Syrah rather than following the region’s more familiar Grenache-led style. The 2010 vintage offers a chance to explore Domaine des Tours, the family’s broader range beyond its celebrated Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect a deep ruby colour, potentially showing some garnet at the rim with age. The Merlot and Syrah blend commonly suggests ripe plum and dark berries, with hints of spice and savoury earth; the palate is likely to be supple yet structured, with softened tannins in a well-kept bottle.\n\nAs a 2010, this wine is at a mature stage and is best approached as a bottle to enjoy now rather than cellar for the long term. Its condition and remaining life will depend on storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy with roast lamb, grilled or braised beef, sausages, or earthy dishes such as mushroom risotto. Serve at around 16–18°C. If the wine has been stored well, open it shortly before serving; decant gently for 20–30 minutes if it seems closed, taking care not to leave a mature bottle exposed to air for too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rayas is one of the Rhône Valley’s best-known estates, associated with the Reynaud family and its distinctive Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines. Domaine des Tours is part of the family’s wider portfolio, allowing it to make wines in a different style and from outside that appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Rayas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55625674490193,"sku":"PS-16190736892284","price":154.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/chateau-rayas-domaine-des-tours-merlot-syrah-2010-0.png?v=1793730234","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/chateau-rayas-domaine-des-tours-merlot-syrah-2010","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}