{"product_id":"gourt-de-mautens-rasteau-vin-doux-naturel-2006-75-cl","title":"Domaine Gourt de Mautens Gourt de Mautens Rasteau 2006","description":"\u003cp\u003eGourt de Mautens Rasteau Vin Doux Naturel 2006 is a powerful, sweet red from one of the Rhône Valley’s most admired artisanal estates. This is not a simple dessert wine, but a richly layered, ageworthy Vin Doux Naturel that behaves almost like a great vintage port crossed with profound southern Rhône Grenache. Bottled in 75 cl, it offers a rare combination of intensity, finesse and terroir expression that has captivated critics and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2006 shows a dense, opaque purple core with a deep ruby rim, signaling both concentration and maturity without any sign of tiredness. The nose is heady and complex, opening with thick dark chocolate, black cherry jam and kirsch, followed by notes of roasted Provençal herbs, warm spices, and a subtle gamey, almost smoky, animal richness.\n\nOn the palate, this is full-bodied and opulent, with a velvety texture and an almost liqueur-like concentration of black fruits—blackberry compote, morello cherry, and plum—wrapped in cocoa, dried fig and licorice. The sweetness is generous but superbly balanced by fresh acidity and fine, integrated tannins, giving the wine a sense of lift rather than heaviness. The finish is very long, layered with dark chocolate, herbs and a savory, meaty undertone. Now approaching full maturity, it still has the structure to develop further; well-stored bottles can easily offer another decade of pleasure, gaining even more complexity and softness over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the sun-drenched terraces of Rasteau in the southern Rhône, this Vin Doux Naturel reflects a warm Mediterranean terroir of stony, clay-limestone soils and old vines that naturally produce low yields and intensely flavored grapes. The fruit is typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve both concentration and freshness, then subjected to a careful selection in the cellar. As a Vin Doux Naturel, fermentation is arrested by the addition of neutral grape spirit, locking in natural grape sugars and aromatics. The 2006 was aged in a mix of one-third demi-muids, small foudres and small barrels, a regime that allows slow oxygen exchange and layering of texture without overwhelming the wine’s fruit and terroir character, contributing to its remarkable depth, power and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a deeply flavored, contemplative wine that shines at the table with equally rich dishes. Pair it with dark chocolate desserts, flourless chocolate cake, black forest gateau, or chocolate tart, as well as blue cheeses like Roquefort or Stilton, or aged hard cheeses. It can also be a striking partner for slow-braised game, lamb shanks or dishes featuring sweet spices and reduction sauces. Serve slightly cool, around 14–16°C, to keep the sweetness in check and highlight the aromatics. Decanting for 30–60 minutes is recommended, both to let any sediment settle and to allow the wine’s complex aromatics to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Gourt de Mautens, led by the highly regarded vigneron Jérôme Bressy, has become one of the cult names of the southern Rhône. Working with old vines and a strong commitment to organic and biodynamic principles, the estate focuses on low yields, meticulous vineyard work and minimal-intervention winemaking to capture the purest possible expression of Rasteau’s terroir. Gourt de Mautens is widely respected for producing wines of remarkable concentration, balance and individuality, often receiving enthusiastic praise from international critics. Their Vin Doux Naturel bottlings, such as this 2006, stand out as benchmarks for the style and highlight the unique potential of Rasteau for profound, long-lived sweet reds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Gourt de Mautens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252381307217,"sku":"PS-8006082166984","price":63.52,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/GOURT.png?v=1783444403","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/gourt-de-mautens-rasteau-vin-doux-naturel-2006-75-cl","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}