Domaine Gourt de Mautens Gourt de Mautens 2016

Gourt de Mautens 2016 is a luxurious, deeply expressive red wine from one of the Rhône Valley’s most respected boutique estates. Crafted in tiny quantities, it combines concentration and finesse, delivering a wine that feels both powerful and effortlessly elegant. This 2016 release showcases the domaine’s hallmark style: old-vine intensity, refined structure, and an unmistakable sense of place.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Gourt de Mautens 2016 shows a deep, opaque ruby to garnet colour with a vivid, almost inky core. The nose is intensely aromatic, unfolding layers of black cherry and blackcurrant alongside notes of crushed stones, liquorice, and roasted Provençal herbs. As it opens, subtle hints of dark chocolate, dried violets, and warm spices emerge, adding complexity and depth. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, lush, and beautifully textured, with ripe black fruit at its core—think black cherries, cassis, and plum—wrapped in fine, chalky tannins. Mineral notes and savoury herbs lend a refined edge, while liquorice and a touch of cocoa carry through on the long, persistent finish. The balance between richness, freshness, and structure suggests excellent aging potential; properly cellared, this 2016 can continue to evolve gracefully for at least another 8–12 years, gaining even more aromatic nuance and silky polish.

Production
Sourced from old vines rooted in the stony, sun-drenched soils of the southern Rhône, Gourt de Mautens 2016 reflects a terroir of poor, rocky ground and warm Mediterranean climate moderated by cooling winds. Low yields and meticulous, often manual, vineyard work ensure that only perfectly ripe, healthy grapes are brought to the cellar. The fruit is harvested by hand, carefully sorted, and vinified with a focus on preserving purity and terroir expression—typically using gentle extraction and a restrained use of oak to frame, rather than dominate, the fruit. Extended élevage allows the wine to knit together and build its signature texture before bottling with minimal intervention.

Food & Serving
This is a superb partner to richly flavoured dishes such as slow-braised lamb shank, beef cheeks, venison stews, or grilled ribeye with roasted root vegetables. It also pairs beautifully with hearty Provençal cuisine—think daube de boeuf, herb-crusted lamb, or wild mushroom ragout—and aged hard cheeses like Comté or aged Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C to show its full aromatic range. Decant for 1–2 hours before serving, especially in its younger years, to allow the wine to open and reveal its layered complexity.

Producer
Domaine Gourt de Mautens is a highly regarded, small-scale producer in the southern Rhône, known for its meticulous, almost obsessive commitment to quality. Working primarily with old vines and low-intervention methods, the estate has become a reference point for terroir-driven red wines that combine power with precision. Over the years, Gourt de Mautens has earned a loyal following among collectors and sommeliers for its distinctive style, consistent excellence, and its role in showcasing just how profound and ageworthy Rhône reds from this corner of France can be.

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