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BiodynamicsWine Enthusiast 90/100
IGP Aude Hauterive
Cigalus IGP Aude Hauterive 2020 – Jeroboam 3L with Wooden Case red wine
Indulgence – Balance – Harmony
Exceptional cuvées where power and elegance come together, expressing the full richness of the terroir
IGP Aude Hauterive
Cabernet Sauvignon
Jeroboam 3L
Meat in sauce
Grilled poultry
Soft-rind cheeses
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Wine description
One of the first and largest estates cultivated in biodynamics in France. A unique blend of 7 grape varieties offering a premium wine with an impressive balance between ripe fruit, spices and a beautiful acidity. A flagship reference for French wines on Air France. The estate is certified AB (organic wine) and DEMETER (biodynamic farming). Official wine of the 2018 Nobel Prize banquet. Cigalus Rouge 2019 Magnum is a highly awarded wine for its unique qualities, to be savoured on a special occasion or simply for the pleasure of it.
Food & Wine pairings suggested by our chef
Best enjoyed at 16°C with roasted red meats,
poultry in sauce or aged cheeses.
Winemaking and ageing
The grapes are hand-harvested, sorted, and then vatted separately. Syrah and Carignan are vatted as whole bunches, followed by whole-bunch maceration with a vatting time of around 15 days. The other varieties are 100% destemmed and then vinified using traditional maceration for approximately 3 weeks. The wines are placed in new 225L oak barrels for a minimum of 1 year of ageing. Coopers are selected carefully to tailor the choice of wood origins and toast levels to each vintage. The grape varieties are vinified and aged separately until the final blend, which takes place just before bottling.
Tasting note
Intense ruby colour with a mahogany hue. The bouquet
is concentrated, with very ripe black fruits, toasted spices and
grilled oak. The palate is lush and opulent with velvety tannins.
Aromas of black fruits — blackberries, black cherries and
plums — reappear with a complex empyreumatic character
leading to mint. The finish is long with a
perfect balance.
Storage
Keep away from sunlight and at a constant temperature
Grape varieties
Technical sheet
Cigalus IGP Aude Hauterive 2020 – Jeroboam 3L with Wooden Case red wine
Sale price261.15 €
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BiodynamicsWine Enthusiast 90/100
Cigalus IGP Aude Hauterive 2020 – Jeroboam 3L with Wooden Case red wine
Sale price261.15 €
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A question about this product?
Recognition of GÉRARD BERTRAND EXPERTISE
Ratings & Scores
Falstaff 95/100
95/100
James Suckling 93/100
93/100
Rated 93/100 by James Suckling, this wine captivates with its elegance, aromatic complexity and remarkable balance.
Wine Enthusiast 90/100
90/100
Rated 90/100 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, this wine captivates with its elegance, aromatic complexity and remarkable balance.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions about our wines
Each product page provides a food and wine pairing suggestion suited to the cuvée. Our online tasting assistant can also advise you based on your menu.
The ageing potential depends on the cuvée and vintage — it is specified in this wine's technical sheet. In general, our wines for ageing and fine wines can be kept for more than 10 years, or even over 100 years for our fortified sweet wines, whilst our lighter cuvées, intended to be enjoyed young, are best appreciated within 2 to 3 years of purchase.
The alcohol content (% vol.) varies by cuvée and vintage; it is listed in the product’s technical data sheet, below the description.
The majority of our red, white and rosé wines are dry. Our natural sweet wines (Rivesaltes, Maury...) and certain crémants are sweet or semi-dry. The style (dry/sweet) of this cuvée is specified in its description.
The grape varieties, appellation and terroir of origin are indicated in this product’s technical data sheet.
Like almost all wines, our cuvées contain sulphites (naturally present during fermentation, sometimes added in small quantities as a preservative). Details (“no added sulphites”, level, etc.) are specified on this product’s technical data sheet and on the back label.
Many Gérard Bertrand cuvées are vegan certified (100% plant-based fining agents, no products of animal origin). This wine’s vegan status is indicated in its certifications on the product page.
A large proportion of our production is certified Organic Agriculture and/or Biodynamic (Demeter). The certifications applicable to this cuvée are listed on its product page under “Certifications”.
As a general rule: 8-10°C for rosés and light whites, 10-12°C for more complex whites, 16-18°C for reds. The most suitable serving temperature for this cuvée is also indicated on its technical sheet.
This depends on the wine and its age, as specified on the technical data sheet where relevant. As a general rule, our powerful age-worthy wines benefit from being decanted 30 minutes to 1 hour before tasting; lighter wines, whites and rosés can be served directly.
Yes, several cuvées are available in gift boxes, individually or as an assortment. See the “Gift Boxes” section of the shop or the product page to view the available options.
Depending on the cuvée: 37.5 cl (half-bottle), 75 cl (standard size), 150 cl (Magnum), and sometimes larger sizes. The size(s) available for this product are indicated on its product page.
We do not produce dealcoholised wine. However, our range offers wines with lower alcohol content: So'Vive (naturally low-alcohol organic white wine), Le Chouchou (light red wine) and Cote des Roses Red Léger. The precise alcohol content of each cuvée is indicated on its product sheet.
Delivery costs are calculated automatically when adding items to the basket; delivery is free for orders of €150 or more in mainland France. Allow between 2 and 5 working days for delivery in France, and up to 15 working days internationally. Full details (carriers, zones, returns) can be found on our Shipping Policy page.
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