{"product_id":"chateau-de-st-martin-cotes-de-provence-cotes-de-provence-grande-reserve-rouge-2021","title":"Château de Saint-Martin Côtes de Provence Côtes de Provence Cru Classé Grande Réserve Red 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eCôtes de Provence \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSyrah\u003cbr\u003eMourvèdre\u003cbr\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Provence \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eESTATE HISTORY \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau de Saint-Martin is a historic Côtes de Provence estate that has been passed down through the same family since 1740, notable for a lineage of female leadership. Its viticultural roots date back to the Romans and later 12th-century monks, who built the underground rock-carved cellar still used today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1955, the estate earned the prestigious \"Cru Classé\" distinction, a title held by only a select group of Provence wineries. The site features an 18th-century chateau and a museum dedicated to winemaking history, focusing on traditional varietals grown in the clay-limestone soils of Taradeau\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTERROIR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe terroir of Château de Saint-Martin is defined by its prime location in Taradeau. The estate features a distinct argilo-calcaire (clay and limestone) soil, which balances water retention with mineral complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe climate is classic Mediterranean but benefits from significant diurnal temperature swings—hot days paired with cool nights—which help maintain acidity and aromatic freshness in the grapes. Additionally, the Mistral wind provides a natural sanitizing effect, keeping the vines dry and healthy throughout the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVITICULTURE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau de Saint-Martin focuses on high-density planting and sustainable management, utilizing the Mistral wind to minimize chemical intervention. The estate prioritizes environmental stewardship to preserve its historic Taradeau soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting is timed for a precise balance of acidity and sugar. For their Cru Classé labels, grapes are often hand-picked and strictly sorted before undergoing vinification in the estate's 12th-century rock-carved cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe winemaking for red wines at Château de Saint-Martin focuses on achieving a balance between power and elegance. The process begins with a long vatting period to ensure deep extraction of color and tannins from grapes like Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive feature of their production is the use of the 12th-century cellar. These reds are aged either in oak barrels or in vats carved directly into the natural rock. This underground environment provides consistent, cool temperatures that allow the wines to mature slowly, integrating the spice and dark fruit notes with the mineral structure provided by the Taradeau terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTASTING \u0026amp; FOOD PAIRINGS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes of ripe blackberry, cherry, and garrigue herbs like thyme. Structured yet balanced by a mineral finish typical of Taradeau limestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair them with roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, or traditional Provencal beef stew. They also work well with aged cheeses like Comté or savory charcuterie boards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Cru Atelier","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":43431442513979,"sku":null,"price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/0084\/1531\/files\/FullSizeRender_3a0b0e80-e79d-438a-9d24-65290e529ad8.jpg?v=1776497746","url":"https:\/\/grandcruatelier.com\/products\/chateau-de-st-martin-cotes-de-provence-cotes-de-provence-grande-reserve-rouge-2021","provider":"Grand Cru Atelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}