Cotes Catalanes 'Mar i Muntanya' Domaine de l'Horizon 2022

The Cotes Catalanes 'Mar i Muntanya' is a label with a vibrant and juicy taste created by Domaine de l'Horizon, inspired by the Gamays of Beaujolais. Domaine de l'Horizon is a veritable oenological gem of the Roussillon wine region in the eastern Pyrenees, founded by the eclectic Thomas Teibert and today skilfully run by his pupil Emmanuelle Maltas. Embracing the dictates of biodynamic agriculture, the estate produces surprisingly fresh, refined and dynamic interpretations of the terroir, just like the 'Mar i Muntanya', in contrast to the warm and structured character of most of the region's wines.

Mar i Muntanya' Cotes Catalanes Domaine de l'Horizon comes from a blend of Granche Noir, and Syrah bred following the dictates of organic and biodynamic agriculture on limestone and schist soils. The harvest is carried out entirely by hand, and the grapes are vinified through semi-carbonic maceration and spontaneous alcoholic fermentation. Once the fermentation process is complete, the mass is left to age for 18 months, partly in oak barrels and partly in cement vats.

To the eye, the Cotes Catalanes 'Mar i Muntanya' from Domaine de l'Horizon displays an intense ruby red colour with purple highlights. The bouquet is rich and broad, described by intense sensations of red fruits and bramble flowers that are accompanied by lively and pleasant spicy nuances. On the palate, it is juicy and elegant, fresh and long, with soft tannins anticipating the fruity finish. This is a red wine of exceptional versatility in food and wine pairings, ideal for serving with roast or grilled white and red meats but also with first courses dressed with porcini mushrooms.