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Château l'Hospitalet Grand Vin Red AOP La Clape 2017 – 75cl
Balance – Finesse – Elegance
A harmonious, balanced and finely oaked wine
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Grenache Noir
75cl Bottle
Lamb Chop
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Wine description
- The 2017 vintage was named Best Red Wine in the World with 97 points at the International Wine Challenge 2019
- Recognised by many critics around the world, Gérard Bertrand reveals the Château l'Hospitalet Grand Vin red as one of the flagships of French viticulture.
- Since the 2017 vintage, the estate has been certified AB ( organic wine ) and DEMETER ( Biodynamic farming) .
- As part of a presidential trip to China in November 2019, the Château l'Hospitalet was chosen to represent the excellence of French wines alongside Cheval White and Corton Charlemagne.
- A 1,000-hectare estate, 82 of which are planted with vines, within a protected and magnificent natural park
- The Grands Wines come from a selection of the finest plots on the estate
Food & Wine pairings suggested by our chef
Serve at 16°C with a rack of lamb,
game birds or aged cheeses. This full-bodied,
harmonious wine with an elegant structure
can be enjoyed now and promises
a most exciting future.
Winemaking and ageing
The harvest is done by hand and each grape variety is vinified separately. A portion of the Syrah is vinified as whole bunches. The maceration period is around 20 to 25 days. At the end of winter, 100% of the wine is transferred into new 225-litre barrels (French oak) for a period of 12 to 16 months in the magnificent cellars of L'Hospitalet (2,000 barrels). The finest barrels of each grape variety are selected and blended to craft this cuvée.
Tasting note
The colour is a brilliant ruby. The nose, intense, is
dominated by aromas of spice and red fruits
(strawberry). The palate presents silky, fine
tannins that highlight the fresh fruitiness of
this wine.
Storage
Keep away from sunlight and at a constant temperature
Technical sheet
Château l'Hospitalet Grand Vin Red AOP La Clape 2017 – 75cl
Sale price£121.00
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BiodynamicsInternational Wine & Spirit Competition Gold
Château l'Hospitalet Grand Vin Red AOP La Clape 2017 – 75cl
Sale price£121.00
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Recognition of GÉRARD BERTRAND EXPERTISE
Ratings & Scoring
International Wine Challenge Gold
Gold
Bettane + Desseauve 17/20
17/20
International Wine & Spirit Competition Gold
Gold
AOP La Clape
The AOP La Clape, the historic cradle of viticulture in France, offers exceptional wines combining freshness, minerality and a unique Mediterranean signature.
Château l'Hospitalet and AOP La Clape
The unmissable estate of the Languedoc , award-winning on numerous occasions
From our sun-drenched lands in the South of France, we cultivate excellence, sustainable commitment and a passion for wine, to share the Art de Vivre in every bottle
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17 estates
in biodynamics, making Gérard Bertrand the world leader in biodynamic viticulture.
4 generations
of winemakers, heirs to an expertise passed down from Paule to Emma and Mathias Bertrand.
+930 Hectares
of vineyards in biodynamics, reflecting a commitment to sustainable viticulture.
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Each product page provides a food and wine pairing suggestion suited to the cuvée. Our online tasting assistant can also advise you based on your menu.
The ageing potential depends on the cuvée and vintage — it is specified in this wine's technical sheet. In general, our wines for ageing and fine wines can be kept for more than 10 years, or even over 100 years for our fortified sweet wines, whilst our lighter cuvées, intended to be enjoyed young, are best appreciated within 2 to 3 years of purchase.
The alcohol content (% vol.) varies by cuvée and vintage; it is listed in the product’s technical data sheet, below the description.
The majority of our red, white and rosé wines are dry. Our natural sweet wines (Rivesaltes, Maury...) and certain crémants are sweet or semi-dry. The style (dry/sweet) of this cuvée is specified in its description.
The grape varieties, appellation and terroir of origin are indicated in this product’s technical data sheet.
Like almost all wines, our cuvées contain sulphites (naturally present during fermentation, sometimes added in small quantities as a preservative). Details (“no added sulphites”, level, etc.) are specified on this product’s technical data sheet and on the back label.
Many Gérard Bertrand cuvées are vegan certified (100% plant-based fining agents, no products of animal origin). This wine’s vegan status is indicated in its certifications on the product page.
A large proportion of our production is certified Organic Agriculture and/or Biodynamic (Demeter). The certifications applicable to this cuvée are listed on its product page under “Certifications”.
As a general rule: 8-10°C for rosés and light whites, 10-12°C for more complex whites, 16-18°C for reds. The most suitable serving temperature for this cuvée is also indicated on its technical sheet.
This depends on the wine and its age, as specified on the technical data sheet where relevant. As a general rule, our powerful age-worthy wines benefit from being decanted 30 minutes to 1 hour before tasting; lighter wines, whites and rosés can be served directly.
Yes, several cuvées are available in gift boxes, individually or as an assortment. See the “Gift Boxes” section of the shop or the product page to view the available options.
Depending on the cuvée: 37.5 cl (half-bottle), 75 cl (standard size), 150 cl (Magnum), and sometimes larger sizes. The size(s) available for this product are indicated on its product page.
We do not produce dealcoholised wine. However, our range offers wines with lower alcohol content: So'Vive (naturally low-alcohol organic white wine), Le Chouchou (light red wine) and Cote des Roses Red Léger. The precise alcohol content of each cuvée is indicated on its product sheet.
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