Domaine de l’Agramante
Domaine de l’Agramante
AboutDomaine de l’Agramante
Domaine de l’Agramante began in 2018 when Carlo La Rocca exchanged fifteen years in chemical engineering for vines in the Gard. Sicilian by birth, he named the domaine for Agramante, a figure from medieval epic and the island’s puppet tradition that recalls his childhood. His 5.5 hectares lie on sandy-silty terraces above Carmes at Sabran.
The vineyards are certified organic, weeded mechanically and harvested by hand. La Rocca destems and lightly crushes the fruit, fills tanks by gravity and monitors skin contact by tasting. The wines are generally left unfiltered, with low sulphur additions.
Domaine de L’Agramante 2023 M’Arricriu Côtes du Rhône
French Red
Red cherry, wild strawberry and plum meet dried herbs, liquorice, black pepper and violets. The medium-bodied palate is bright and vibrant, with red and black fruit, fresh acidity, fine tannins and a lightly rustic character. The blend combines Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Counoise from sandy and silty terraces near Sabran. Grapes are hand harvested, fully destemmed, fermented and matured in tank.
Domaine de l’Agramante 2019 Ciaülà Côtes du Rhône
French Red
Fresh cherry and strawberry appear with spice and flowers. Juicy red fruit, bright acidity, fine tannins and a rounded texture are also present. The finish is fruity. Grenache, Syrah and Counoise come from two parcels in Sabran. The grapes are destemmed, and maturation lasts five to six months in stainless steel. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered.