Château La Negly La Porte du Ciel Syrah/Grenache 2020

Château La Négly L’Ancily Old Vine Mourvèdre/Grenache is a powerful and racy red wine from Languedoc, France. This sublime cuvée expresses the full potential of old vines planted in the estate’s finest plots. It offers deep, concentrated aromas of dark berries, plum, garrigue herbs, and spice. The palate is rich and structured, with silky tannins and a beautiful persistence that lingers long after each sip. A bold and elegant southern French red of great intensity and finesse.

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Type: Red Wine
Style: Full-bodied, Age-worthy
Grape Varietal: Mourvèdre, Grenache
Tastes Like: Blackberry, plum, dried herbs, black pepper, garrigue
Alcohol Percentage: 14.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Languedoc
Region: Languedoc, France
Terroir: Clay and limestone soils near the Mediterranean
Aging: Aged in oak barrels for added structure and depth
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C – Best served at cellar temperature

Château La Négly is one of the most prestigious domaines in the Languedoc, located in the La Clape appellation overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The estate is known for its dedication to quality, working with low-yielding vines and precise winemaking. L'Ancily is crafted from old Mourvèdre and Grenache vines, offering a rich and expressive profile that reflects the power and beauty of its terroir. This cuvée is a perfect example of the winery's expertise and bold vision.

Beef: Braised beef cheeks or grilled T-bone steak.
Lamb: Slow-roasted lamb shoulder or lamb navarin.
Game: Wild boar stew or duck with prune and thyme glaze.
Vegetarian: Eggplant moussaka or mushroom and lentil ragoût.

Roquefort: Bold and tangy, balancing the wine's richness.
Comté: Aged and nutty, enhancing savoury notes.
Tomme de Brebis: Rustic and herbal, echoing garrigue tones.
Brie de Meaux: Creamy and smooth, complementing soft tannins.

Gardianne de Taureau (Camargue Bull Stew)

Ingredients:

• 1.5kg bull or beef meat, cubed
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 750mL red wine
• 1 orange zest strip
• 1 bouquet garni (bay, thyme, rosemary)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Black olives (optional)

Instructions:

1. Marinate meat overnight with wine, herbs, orange zest, and vegetables.
2. Drain and sear meat in olive oil until browned. Set aside.
3. Sauté vegetables, stir in tomato paste, and return meat to the pot with marinade.
4. Simmer on low for 3–4 hours until tender. Add olives if desired.
5. Serve with Camargue rice and a glass of Château La Négly L'Ancily Old Vine Mourvèdre/Grenache for a classic southern French experience.