Souleil Vin de Bonté 'Le Rouge' 2020
Primary flavours
Pomegranate
Raspberry
Ripe Strawberry
Herbs
Orange Peel
Rose Petal
Spice
Details
Who knew a GSM could be this fresh and — dare we say — utterly smashable! This Syrah Grenache Mourvedre is the absolute life of the party. Juicy raspberry, red flowers, and macerated strawberry with a sophisticated dash of spice. It's juicy and bounces across the palate with a skip in its step, ready to play! Its smooth medium tannins are so friendly you can't help but crack a smile with each sip — especially if you give it a slight chill!
Souleil’s story starts in a sun-drenched wine region of southern France along the stunning Mediterranean Sea. This is where the founders, Marianne and Thomas, grew up surfing and shucking oysters. After gaining years of experience and expertise working in wine, the two childhood friends began to dream about making a wine that embodies the feel of an endless summer. Focusing on sustainability, they created Souleil Vin de Bonté, a vegan and organic wine intended to be served not just on the shoreline or poolside, but with a powerful purpose. Part of Souleil Vin de Bonté’s proceeds goes toward protecting one of the planet’s most valuable resources: our oceans! Only sip of one of their wines and you'll be transported to that warm summer vibe with long-lit days filled with sun rays. Not to mention an extra soul-satiating spark if you find yourself simultaneously splashing in the ocean. Who knew a GSM could be this fresh and — dare we say — utterly smashable! This Syrah Grenache Mourvedre is the absolute life of the party. Juicy raspberry, red flowers, and macerated strawberry with a sophisticated dash of spice. It's juicy and bounces across the palate with a skip in its step, ready to play! Its smooth medium tannins are so friendly you can't help but crack a smile with each sip — especially if you give it a slight chill!
Souleil’s story starts in a sun-drenched wine region of southern France along the stunning Mediterranean Sea. This is where the founders, Marianne and Thomas, grew up surfing and shucking oysters. After gaining years of experience and expertise working in wine, the two childhood friends began to dream about making a wine that embodies the feel of an endless summer. Focusing on sustainability, they created Souleil Vin de Bonté, a vegan and organic wine intended to be served not just on the shoreline or poolside, but with a powerful purpose. Part of Souleil Vin de Bonté’s proceeds goes toward protecting one of the planet’s most valuable resources: our oceans! Only sip of one of their wines and you'll be transported to that warm summer vibe with long-lit days filled with sun rays. Not to mention an extra soul-satiating spark if you find yourself simultaneously splashing in the ocean. Who knew a GSM could be this fresh and — dare we say — utterly smashable! This Syrah Grenache Mourvedre is the absolute life of the party. Juicy raspberry, red flowers, and macerated strawberry with a sophisticated dash of spice. It's juicy and bounces across the palate with a skip in its step, ready to play! Its smooth medium tannins are so friendly you can't help but crack a smile with each sip — especially if you give it a slight chill!
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, very fruity, medium tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Southern France
country
France
Grape type
Grenache (GSM blend)
Wine Maker
Souleil Vin de Bonté
Alcohol
13.5%
Vintage
2020
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Organic
Pairing guide
Souleil has brought out yet another reminder of just how masterful they are when it comes to blending, offering up a delicious red wine that’s going to be ideal with all of your favourite red meat and root vegetable dishes. Beef stews and casseroles, including classics like boeuf bourguignon, goulash, and paprikash, will work wonders with this wine, and it’s going to be delicious with barbecued ribs, homemade burgers, and cuts like sirloin and rump steak. Bean and lentil dishes are never a bad idea here, and it also loves being paired with bitter greens like broccoli and kale, and Mediterranean herbs like rosemary, sage, and thyme.
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Food
Grilled Meat
Hot & Spicy
Burgers
Tastes
Fruity
Floral
Fresh
Moods
Creative
Romantic
Seasons
Summer
Autumn
Spring
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Southern France, France
Also known as the Languedoc-Roussillon wine region in the south of France is one of the largest wine-producing regions in the world. It is known for producing a wide variety of wines, including reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling wines. The region's Mediterranean climate and varied soil types, such as schist and limestone, impart distinct flavours and aromas to the grapes grown there. The area has a long history of winemaking, dating back to the Roman era, and is known for producing high-volume, high-quality wines. The most famous wines from Southern France are typically blends of indigenous grape varieties like Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, and Mourvèdre. The region is a popular destination for wine tourists, offering tastings, tours, and wine festivals.
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