{"product_id":"chateau-gilbert-gaillard-pleine-nature-languedoc-france","title":"Château Gilbert \u0026 Gaillard Pleine Nature, Languedoc, France","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fresh and vibrant Mediterranean red from the Languedoc, made with organic Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Packed with juicy dark berry fruit, hints of wild herbs and a smooth, easy-drinking finish. With no added sulphites and very little intervention, it’s a great choice for anyone who enjoys fresh, characterful French reds without the heaviness of oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes \u0026amp; Food Pairings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn expressive nose packed with wild blackberries, crushed black cherries, and signature \u003ci\u003egarrigue\u003c\/i\u003e herbs (thyme and rosemary). The palate is vibrant and juicy with supple tannins, balance, and a fresh, clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClassic Pairings:\u003c\/b\u003e Chargrilled lamb chops with herbs de Provence, slow-roasted Mediterranean vegetables, or a platter of aged sheep's milk cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIrish Favourite Pairings:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLamb Chops with Rosemary \u0026amp; Garlic\u003c\/strong\u003e – A great match for the Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre blend. The herbs bring out the wine’s own subtle wild-herb character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrish Sausages with Creamy Mash \u0026amp; Onion Gravy\u003c\/strong\u003e – An easy, comforting pairing. The juicy fruit in the wine cuts nicely through the richness of the sausages and gravy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow-Roasted Irish Lamb Shoulder\u003c\/strong\u003e – The richness of the lamb is balanced by the wine’s freshness, while the darker fruit flavours stand up well to the roasted, savoury flavours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow the Wine Is Made\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGrown on a limestone-pebble plateau at 200 meters altitude in Saint-Chinian, the grapes benefit from cool night breezes that lock in natural acidity. The fruit is entirely hand-harvested from certified organic vines and carefully sorted to guarantee perfect quality. Fermentation occurs naturally with indigenous yeasts, and the wine is bottled completely free of added sulfites or enological inputs, leaving behind nothing but pure, pristine fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Love This Producer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFounded by François Gilbert and Philippe Gaillard—two renowned wine critics turned winemakers—Château Gilbert \u0026amp; Gaillard is a passion project born out of decades spent tasting the world's finest bottles. Situated in a protected, biodiversity-rich landscape, their family-run estate combines an obsessive respect for terroir with meticulous, low-intervention cellar practices. Rather than resting on traditional labels, they continuously push boundaries to create expressive, soul-stirring Mediterranean wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainability \u0026amp; Farming Practices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/b\u003e Certified Organic (Bio) and crafted entirely without added sulfites (\u003ci\u003esans sulfites ajoutés\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVineyard Practices:\u003c\/b\u003e Located inside a designated Natura 2000 protected biodiversity zone. The vineyard hosts twenty beehives to promote natural pollination, relies on eco-grazing sheep to manage undergrowth naturally, and maintains bat houses to control pests without synthetic chemicals. Hand-harvesting ensures the land and vines remain healthy for generations to come\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chateau Gilbert \u0026 Gaillard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54001095803227,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/6274\/8751\/files\/Gilbert_GaillardPleineNature.jpg?v=1788876351","url":"https:\/\/grapeandbean.ie\/products\/chateau-gilbert-gaillard-pleine-nature-languedoc-france","provider":"Grape \u0026 Bean","version":"1.0","type":"link"}