Le Cartel, Playa (2021)
- 2021
- 75cl
- Rouge
- 12.5%
- Languedoc-Roussillon - FR, France
- Vin de France
- Syrah, Carignan, Grenache, Mourvèdre
- 75cl
Tasting notes
Bright and expressive, with aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and wild blackberry layered with notes of garrigue, black pepper, and a hint of smoked herbs. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, offering juicy dark fruit, supple tannins, and a fresh Mediterranean lift that keeps it lively and balanced. Subtle earthy undertones and a touch of spice add depth through the finish, which is smooth, savory, and pleasantly persistent.
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Viticulture
Le Cartel, Playa is a vineyard located in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France, an area known for its warm Mediterranean climate, abundant sunshine, and varied terroirs. This vineyard reflects the character of the region through wines shaped by coastal influences, ripe fruit expression, and a generous, approachable style. The landscape around Le Cartel, Playa combines sea breezes, dry soils, and strong sunlight, conditions that help produce grapes with good concentration and freshness. As part of Languedoc-Roussillon’s long wine tradition, the vineyard is associated with the diverse and vibrant identity of the region, where innovation and heritage often meet in the glass.
Oenology
Le Cartel, Playa is a wine from Languedoc-Roussillon that reflects the sunny, Mediterranean character of the region. It is typically made from grapes such as Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan, which thrive in the warm climate and stony soils of the area. The winemaking style usually aims to preserve ripe fruit expression while keeping a fresh, balanced profile. Fermentation is generally carried out in temperature-controlled vats to protect aromas, followed by aging in tanks or sometimes a short period in oak, depending on the cuvée. The result is a wine with generous ripe red and dark fruit notes, hints of garrigue and spice, soft tannins, and a rounded, approachable mouthfeel.
Suggestions for accompaniment
Le Cartel, Playa is a fresh, expressive wine from Languedoc-Roussillon that pairs well with Mediterranean-inspired dishes, grilled seafood, roasted poultry, and light vegetable-based plates. It is an excellent match for sea bass, grilled prawns, mussels in a light sauce, or a salade niçoise. For meat dishes, it works nicely with roast chicken, turkey, or veal with herbs. As side dishes, choose ratatouille, grilled vegetables, couscous, rice pilaf, new potatoes with olive oil, or a simple fennel and citrus salad. Soft cheeses such as goat cheese or young sheep’s cheese can also complement it well.
Winery
Le Cartel
Le Cartel is a vineyard located in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France, an area known for its warm Mediterranean climate, abundant sunshine, and diverse terroirs shaped by hills, limestone soils, and coastal influences. This setting is well suited to the production of expressive wines, often marked by ripe fruit, generosity, and a strong sense of place. Like many estates in the region, Le Cartel draws on the long winemaking tradition of Languedoc-Roussillon, where viticulture has been present since antiquity and has evolved from bulk production toward more quality-focused, terroir-driven wines. While detailed public historical information about the vineyard itself may be limited, it likely reflects the broader history of the region: a land of old vines, rural heritage, and a steady return to artisanal winemaking.
