Domaine Villa Symposia - Languedoc AOC - L'équilibre - Red - 2020

Wine:

The 2020 Red Languedoc L'Équilibre is beautifully balanced, with fresh yet ripe character. Syrah takes the lead, adding layers of dark fruit and exotic spice on the nose. Dense and concentrated on the palate, with smooth tannins and a subtle, savory quality, this vintage is outstanding now and promises to develop gracefully over the next three years and beyond. Ideal with flavorful meats like ribeye or leg of lamb, it’s a fantastic find at this price—awarded 93/100 and a true Selection Committee favorite.

Vinification:

Hand-picked in crates. Traditional vinification. Aged 15 months in foudres and demi-muids.

Color:

Bright ruby red.

Nose:

A well-balanced, ripe blend led by Syrah, offering dark fruit aromas and spice with a touch of refreshing brightness.

Palate:

On the palate, it shows depth and a smooth, rounded texture with a generous, mouth-filling richness. This carefully crafted cuvée offers impressive balance and warmth, capturing the essence of its sunny origins.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Prime rib, leg of lamb, duck and bell pepper skewer, pork filet mignon with sun-dried tomatoes.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2026 and beyond for enthusiasts.

A Selection Committee favorite, La Villa Symposia is one of the Languedoc’s standout estates. Visionary owner Eric Prissette chose this southern gem to freely express his unique approach to winemaking. For over twenty years, he has crafted biodynamic wines that are vibrant, complex, and profoundly expressive of the Languedoc’s terroir at its finest.