Grande Tradition is a red produced by Château du Donjon in Minervois, Languedoc, France. Made from Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 2 vintages; members see when each one is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Minervois
Region: Languedoc
Country: France
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache, Carignan
Tasting profile
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
A Minervois red on Syrah, Grenache and Carignan — the estate's traditional cuvée rather than its prestige bottling, so fresher and more direct. Red plum and black cherry with garrigue herb, dried thyme and a peppery lift, medium-bodied with supple tannin and enough acidity to keep it at the table. Straightforward Languedoc in the best sense: sun-driven, herb-scented and made for food rather than contemplation. Good served slightly cool.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Languedoc, France
Languedoc is a vast wine region sweeping along France's Mediterranean coast in the south, from the Rhône delta toward the Spanish border.
Syrah
Syrah is a red grape from the Northern Rhône in France, responsible for some of the world's most dramatic, savoury reds.
Grenache
Grenache is a red grape that originated in the Aragón region of Spain, where it is called Garnacha, and it is widely grown across the Mediterranean.
Carignan
Carignan is a red grape of Spanish origin, traced to Aragón, where it is known as Cariñena.
More wines
From Château du Donjon
- Cuvée Prestige — Château du Donjon, Minervois
- La Pujade — Château du Donjon, Languedoc
More red wines from Languedoc
- Accords — Terre des 2 Sources, Terrasses du Larzac
- Antonin et Louis — Mas de la Seranne, Terrasses du Larzac
- Antonyme — Domaine Canet Valette, Saint-Chinian
- Bastide — Château Coupe-Roses, Minervois
Frequently asked questions
Where is Grande Tradition from?
Grande Tradition is produced by Château du Donjon in Minervois, Languedoc, France.
What grapes are in Grande Tradition?
Grande Tradition is a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan.