Herve Souhaut La Souteronne 2022 Red Wine – Romaneaux-Destezet

Domaine Romaneaux-Destezet’s 2022 Gamay from France’s Rhône Valley offers an enticing blend of fresh fruit vibrancy and earthy complexity—crafted for lovers of expressive red wines seeking organic integrity without compromise. Grown on granite-rich soils using sustainable practices (organically cultivated grapes), this Gamay bursts with aromas of ripe strawberry and black cherry layered over smoky herbs and fig paste nuances—a sensory journey reflecting its unique terroir straddling Beaujolais elegance and Northern Rhône depth.

On the palate, lush blackberry flavors take center stage before giving way to bright raspberry tones framed by mineral-driven tension—a signature of its stony vineyards near Valence. Winemaker Jean-Pierre Destezet employs meticulous techniques: whole-cluster cold maceration preserves delicate fruit nuances while extracting vivid color naturally; fermentation occurs in neutral wooden tanks followed by eight months aging in seasoned oak casks on fine lees—no filtration ensures purity of expression while keeping sulfites exceptionally low at just 25mg/L.

With 12.5% alcohol by volume—moderate yet lively—this versatile red pairs beautifully with charcuterie boards or herb-roasted meats. Unlike many New World Gamays leaning toward sweetness or overly oaky styles, this Rhône bottling balances approachable fruitiness with savory depth rooted in its terroir—a standout choice for drinkers valuing authenticity over trends.