Alain Brumont - Madiran - Le rouge 2021

Keywords : Indulgent / Fruity / Pleasure

The wine : Le rouge (The red) from Alain Brumont is a beautiful wine combining the power and finesse of the Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc grape varieties. Notes of black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry) develop on an indulgent and generous palate. The tannins are ripe and structure very well this lovely cuvée, which will pair perfectly with grilled meats or red meats. A beautiful Madiran at a low price!

Volume : 75cl

Type : Red wine

Grape varieties : 50% Tannat, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc

AOC : Madiran

Aging potential : Ready to drink now and can be kept until 2029

Serving temperature : 16-18°C

The estate : Alain Brumont needs no introduction Alain Brumont ! An iconic figure of the Madiran appellation, he has, over 40 years, brought his estates to the top of the South-West region and highlighted the incredible potential of the local Tannat grape variety.

It all began in 1979 when he inherited the family's 17 hectares at Château Bouscassé. Then, in the early 1980s, he acquired Château Montus and met Baron Philippe de Rothschild at Château Mouton-Rothschild (Grand Cru Classé of the AOC Pauillac): that was the turning point. Particularly inspired by their exchanges, he now openly displays his vision of producing great wines in Madiran, an appellation then mainly known for its rustic wines.

The first vintage of Château Montus in 1982 made a big splash: the press praised the work done while the French and international markets discovered a noble, powerful wine with definite aging potential. Since then, he has never stopped seeking out and selecting the best terroirs of his native region. Now at the head of 250 hectares, Vignobles Brumont continues to be an absolute reference throughout the South-West and Alain, although still involved, has now handed over the reins of the estate to his son-in-law Antoine Veiry. Discover their magnificent cuvées here—you won't regret it!