{"product_id":"gauby-muntada-rouge-igp-cotes-catalanes-rouge-2000","title":"Gauby Muntada Rouge Igp Côtes Catalanes Rouge, 2000","description":"\u003cp\u003eGauby Muntada Rouge 2000 is a rare, highly sought-after red from the Côtes Catalanes in southern France, offering a compelling snapshot of the estate’s early work at the turn of the millennium. Known for its finesse, depth, and sense of place, it reflects the rugged beauty of Roussillon and the growing reputation of Domaine Gauby as one of the region’s most respected names.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith age, this wine typically develops a complex, evolved profile, often showing garnet to brick-red tones in the glass. Expect layered aromas of dried dark berries, garrigue herbs, leather, spice, and earthy mineral notes, with the palate moving toward savoury, textured, and refined rather than bold or fruit-driven.\n\nThe 2000 vintage should now be in a mature drinking window, with softened tannins and integrated acidity giving it elegance and length. It is likely best enjoyed for its tertiary character and nuanced complexity rather than cellaring for further development, though well-stored bottles may continue to hold gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in the Côtes Catalanes of Languedoc, the wine comes from a warm, sun-drenched Mediterranean terroir shaped by stony soils, dry conditions, and cooling influences that help preserve freshness. Gauby is known for working with careful vineyard selection and low-intervention winemaking, aiming to express the character of the land as transparently as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis mature red pairs beautifully with dishes that echo its savoury, earthy profile, such as roast lamb, game, duck, mushroom risotto, or slow-cooked Mediterranean stews. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting briefly if the bottle has significant sediment or needs time to open after ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Gauby is widely regarded as one of the benchmark estates of Roussillon, helping elevate the reputation of the region for serious, terroir-driven wines. The estate has earned acclaim for its commitment to quality, precision, and sustainable vineyard work, and it remains an influential reference point for southern French wine lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bottle Hero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252990759249,"sku":"MS-83181","price":106.67,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/83181.png?v=1783448458","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/gauby-muntada-rouge-igp-cotes-catalanes-rouge-2000","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}