The domain's history : Domain « Les
Aussellons »
The Benoit
family founded the domain approximately a century ago.
Jean
Ezingeard, the son in law, expanded the Domain into the parish of
Vinsobres.
After 40
years of winemaking the Domain has grown to 62 acres (25 hectares)
equally divided between the two parishes of Villedieu and Vinsobres.
Usually,
the production is up to 20 000 gallons (1000 hectolitres) and 40 000
bottles leave the Domain each year.
In 2003,
Jean Ezingeard decided to keep the vineyards closer to Villedieu. At
the beginning of 2004, he sold 30 acres (12 hectares) in Vinsobres.
Foundation
of the Domain "Constant-Duquesnoy"
Passionate
about wine for over 20 years, Gérard Constant realises his dream, his
own vineyard.
His
career and his responsibilities as managing director could not stand
in the way of this ambitious project.
His many
journeys gave him the opportunity to visit vineyards in Europe
(France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Czech Republic) and
the Northern US and Canada.
His
education in wine included the University of Suze-La-Rousse sessions
and training also in Burgundy.
Through
his many interviews with celebrated wine growers from the Alsace,
Champagne, Burgundy and the Côtes du Rhône, he became acquainted with
the most promising areas.
Gérard
Constant and Denise Duquesnoy obtained the Domain "Les Aussellons" in
2004, considered by Parker* as "one of 3 most high potential
properties in Vinsobres".
Code 791092
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Cotes du Rhone 'Cadenza'
The Côtes du Rhône is a blend of
60% Grenache and 40% Syrah; Freshness and fruits aromas are the
main characteristics of this wine whereas the cuvee "Lou
Combaou" , equally parts of Grenache and syrah develops aromas
of pepper. It is the more "rustic" wine of our production.
Location: 30 kms from Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
Elevation: 250 m
Soil: Limestone-pebble stone
Grape: Grenache 60%, Syrah 40%
Vines: 36-60 years average 47
Density: 3800 plants/hectare
Oenologue: Philippe Cambie
Winemaking: Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation. 18
days of maceration in vats
Maturation: 10 months in stainless steel vats
Production: 15000bottles/year
tasting: eye- intense color with glints of purple-violet
nose- red fruits, wild blackberries & bilberries
palate- harmonious, fruits aromas
overall- a spicy wine showing a wonderful freshness
Serving temperature: 15c to 17c
Pairing: Red meat, bacon and cheese
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Code 791094
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Cotes du Rhone Village 'Lou Combaou'
The Côtes du Rhône is a blend of
70% Grenache and 30% Syrah; Freshness and fruits aromas are the
main characteristics of this wine whereas the cuvee "Lou
Combaou" , equally parts of Grenache and syrah develops aromas
of pepper. It is the more "rustic" wine of our production.
Location: 30 kms from
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
Elevation: 250 m to 300m terraced
Soil: Limestone-pebble stone
Grape: Grenache 70%, Syrah 30%
Vines: 12-60 years average 35
Density: 3500 plants/hectare
Oenologue: Philippe Cambie
Winemaking: Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation. 4
weeks of maceration in vats
Maturation: 10 months in stainless steel vats
Production: 9500bottles/year
tasting: eye- Attractive intense color with glints of
purple-violet
nose- red fruits, wild blackberries & bilberries
palate- harmonious, fruit aromas and spicy finish, licorice
overall- a spicy wine showing a wonderful freshness
Serving temperature: 15c to 18c
Pairing: Red meat, bacon and cheese |
code791095 |
Cotes du Rhone 'Les Rizannes'
The Côtes du Rhône is a blend of
40% Grenache and 40% Syrah, 20% Vieux Carignan; Freshness and
fruits aromas are the main characteristics of this wine whereas
the cuvee "Lou Combaou" , equally parts of Grenache and Syrah
develops aromas of pepper. It is the more "rustic" wine of our
production.
Location: 30 kms from
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
Elevation: 200 m
Soil: Limestone-pebble stone
Grape: Grenache 40%, Syrah 40% Vieux Carignans 20%
Vines: 20-40 years average 25
Density: 3500 plants/hectare
Oenologue: Philippe Cambie
Winemaking: Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation.
Maturation:
Production: 9600bottles/year
tasting: eye-
nose-
palate-
overall-
Serving temperature: 15c to 17c
Pairing: |
code791096 |
Cairanne 'Terra Rhona'
Location: 30 kms from
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
Elevation: 250 m Mirabel-aux-Baronnies
Soil: Pebble stone
Grape: Grenache 40%, Syrah 55%, Viognier 5%
Vines: 25 years
Density: 3800 plants/hectare
Oenologue: Philippe Cambie
Winemaking: Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation.
Maturation: 10 months in stainless steel vats
Production: 10400bottles/year
tasting: eye- intense color with glints of purple-violet
nose- red fruits, wild blackberries & bilberries
palate- Fruit aromas and a spicy finish, licorice
overall- a spicy wine showing a wonderful freshness
Serving temperature: 15c to 18c
Aging potential: 2016-2022
Pairing: Red meat, bacon and cheese
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Code 791100 |
Vinsobres 2013
A blend of 60% Grenache and
40% Syrah; yealds are a very low 25 hectoliters per hectare.
The wine spends about 10
months in stainless steel vats.
With a dark ruby color, this
wine develops aromas of southern spices, pepper, crushed rocks
and "griotte" cherries. Its structure and silky tannins
surprises the mouth with a beautiful length.
Location: 30 kms from
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
Elevation: Terraced on Hill sides between 300 and 400 meters
Soil: Limestone-pebble stone
Grape: Grenache 60%, Syrah 40%
Vines: 12-60 years average 31
Density: 3500 plants/hectare
Oenologue: Philippe Cambie
Winemaking: Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation. 4
weeks of maceration in vats
Maturation: 100% 8 months in stainless steel vats
Production: 16000bottles/year
tasting: eye- deep ruby red with violet tinges
nose- Red berries and spices and delicate oak aromas
palate- harmonious, fruit aromas and spicy finish, licorice
overall- a spicy and seductive wine
Serving temperature: 16c to 18c
Aging potential: 6 to 8 years
Pairing: Red meat and cheese
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Code 791091 |
Vinsobres 2014
A blend of 60% Grenache and
40% Syrah; yields are a very low 25 hectoliters per hectare.
The wine spends about 10
months in stainless steel vats.
With a dark ruby color, this
wine develops aromas of southern spices, pepper, crushed rocks
and "griotte" cherries. Its structure and silky tannins
surprises the mouth with a beautiful length.
Location: 30 kms from
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
Vineyard: Terraced on Hillside
between 300and 400 meters
Elevation: Soil:
Limestone-pebble stone
Grape: Grenache 60%, Syrah 40%
Vines: 12-60 years average 31
Density: 3500 plants/hectare
Oenologue: Philippe Cambie
Winemaking: Temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation. 4
weeks of maceration in vats
Maturation: 100 % - 8 months in stainless steel vats
Production: 16000bottles/year
tasting: eye- Deep ruby red with violet tinges
nose- Red berries and spices and delicate oak aromas
palate- harmonious, fruit aromas and a spicy finish, licorice
overall- a spicy and seductive wine
Serving temperature: 16c to 18c
Aging potential: 6 to 8 years
Pairing: Red meat and cheese
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