Res Fortes &

Res Fortes 'The Brave' 2022

Dry & Serious Dry Red Grenache Noir Côtes du Roussillon Villages , France
Old-vine dark cherry, garrigue and powerful, fine tannins.
£94.95
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Why You'll Love It
This is the special bottle in the Res Fortes range. A single north-facing hillside with 120-year-old Grenache vines delivers deep fruit and remarkable structure, while altitude and aspect prevent it becoming heavy. Impressive now with decanting, and a serious candidate for further ageing.
About The Producer
Res Fortes is the Roussillon project of winemaker Moritz Bak, whose fascination with wine began during childhood summers in southern France. After studying at Plumpton College, he worked harvests across Europe, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the United States, before making his first Res Fortes vintage in 2014. In 2018 he purchased an organically farmed 14-hectare estate near Maury in the foothills of the Pyrenees. Here, old bush vines cling to steep, schist-rich hillsides, where strong Mediterranean sunshine is balanced by altitude, wind and cooler nights. Moritz brings an international outlook to these traditional vineyards, favouring expressive fruit and freshness over excessive extraction. The range spans lively rosé and Merlot, a classic Grenache-Mourvèdre-Syrah blend and the remarkable Brave, sourced from 120-year-old Grenache vines on a steep north-facing slope. Res Fortes makes a compelling case for Roussillon as one of France's most exciting regions.
Winemaking Information
Brave 2022 is 100% Grenache Noir from a single steep, elevated, north-facing vineyard overlooking the Agly Valley at Maury, with vines approximately 120 years old. Fruit is carefully selected and the wine matured for 18 months in seasoned four-year-old 400-litre oak barrels. The producer confirms 15% ABV and recommends decanting; its structure allows further cellaring.
Wine Details
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Wine Details
Grape
  • Grenache Noir
Region Côtes du Roussillon Villages
Country France
Wine Type Red
Wine Style Dry & Serious Dry Red
Vintage 2022
ABV 15%
Volume 75cl
Note: Wines listed as "Organic" and "Biodynamic" refer to both practising and certified production.