Cuvée Sainte Cécile 2017

Château de l’Ermitage is a family-owned estate located in Générac, in the heart of the Costières de Nîmes appellation between the Camargue and the Cévennes mountains. For generations, the Castillon family has cultivated its vineyards while respecting the environment and benefiting from the cooling Mediterranean breezes that bring elegance and balance to the wines.

Cuvée Sainte Cécile is one of the estate’s flagship wines. Produced from carefully selected vineyard parcels, it showcases the richness and character of the finest Costières de Nîmes reds. The 2017 vintage stands out for its generous ripeness, aromatic depth and remarkable harmony. It combines power, finesse and excellent ageing potential.

Appearance: Deep garnet color with ruby highlights, dense and brilliant.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, black cherry and plum, complemented by notes of garrigue herbs, black pepper, licorice, cocoa and subtle smoky nuances.

Palate: Broad and velvety attack supported by ripe and elegant tannins. Dark fruit flavors blend harmoniously with Mediterranean spices. Long, refined and persistent finish.

Food Pairing : Perfect with roasted lamb, game dishes, rib steak, Provençal beef stew or aged cheeses.

Serving Temperature: Serve between 16 and 18°C after light aeration.