Château Saint-Roch, Lirac Cuvée Confidentielle Rouge 2023 vs Mendel Cabernet Franc 2023
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Mendel Cabernet Franc 2023 currently starts £0.41 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £23.90 | £23.49 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Château Saint Roch | Mendel |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Syrah, Shiraz, Grenache, Garnacha, Mourvèdre | Cabernet Franc |
| Region | — | Mendoza |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Château Saint-Roch, Lirac Cuvée Confidentielle Rouge 2023
Lirac sits just across the Rhône from Châteauneuf-du-Pape and has long been the region's best-kept secret; similar soils, similar grapes, a fraction of the price. Château Saint Roch's Cuvée Confidentielle is a quietly confident expression of that: a GSM blend with real southern swagger, built around ripe Grenache giving the warmth and generosity, with Syrah and Mourvèdre adding backbone and a streak of peppery, herbal energy. The 2023 vintage brought plenty of sun-driven ripeness, but Saint Roch has kept things focused rather than flabby. The garrigue character is vivid and distinctly southern Rhône, the tannins are ripe rather than grippy, and the finish has a warmth that invites a second glass before you've quite finished the first.
Mendel Cabernet Franc 2023
Mendel Cabernet Franc represents exceptional expression from Mendoza, Argentina. Grown on carefully selected parcels in Luján de Cuyo and Agrelo, many from vines averaging 45 years old, this wine showcases the elegance and aromatic complexity that makes Cabernet Franc so distinctive. Crafted by Roberto de la Mota, one of Argentina's most respected winemakers, this wine offers refined structure, vibrant fruit, and remarkable balance. Why You'll Love It This is premium Argentine Cabernet Franc from one of Mendoza's most respected producers. Roberto de la Mota's expertise shines through in this elegant wine sourced from 45-year-old vines in the prestigious Luján de Cuyo and Agrelo regions. With 12 months in French and American oak and meticulous winemaking including manual pigeage, this wine offers exceptional quality and complexity at an outstanding price point. Meet the Producer Mendel Wines blends the expertise of Roberto de la Mota, one of Argentina's most respected winemakers, with the tradition of a well-established Argentine family, producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of Luján de Cuyo and Agrelo with precision and elegance. Production Hand-harvested grapes are sorted and 100% destemmed, with manual berry selection. Fermentation and maceration take place in a combination of concrete and 80-hectolitre tanks, with daily manual pigeage for around two weeks. The wine then spends 12 months ageing in new and used American and French oak, with minimal filtration before bottling. Tasting Notes Deep, rich ruby in colour, the nose reveals aromas of red berries, violets, herbs, and subtle spice. The palate is medium to full-bodied with elegant structure, vibrant fruit flavours, fine tannins, and a lingering, harmonious finish. Perfect Pairings Pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, roasted beef, pork, duck, or herb-crusted meats. Also excellent with aged cheeses and hearty vegetable dishes. Grape Variety 100% Cabernet Franc from 45-year-old vines
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