Banyuls - Baillaury - 5 Anni - Abbe Rous

Abbe Rous

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Abbe Rous
Name	Banyuls
Gradation	16.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Ripe red fruits, spices, oxidative notes
Vinification method	Grape drying, partial fermentation, fortification
Region	Occitania
Production area	Roussillon
Country	France
Type	Dessert fortified wine
Aging	5 years
Type of cask	Wooden barrels
Color	Dark red, garnet
Serving temperature	14-16°C
Recommended consumption	After meal
Pairing	Desserts, chocolate, aged cheeses

Descrizione

The Banyuls "Baillaury" 5 Years of Abbe Rous is an essence that captures the essence of the Mediterranean terroir in a glass. This sweet wine, made unique by its five-year maturation, reflects a perfect balance between intensity and elegance. Originating from the Roussillon region in France, it is primarily produced with Grenache grapes, which give the wine a robust structure and full aromas.

Visually, the Banyuls Baillaury presents a deep amber-red color, tending towards mahogany with aging. On the nose, complex notes of ripe fruits like plums and figs emerge, together with hints of chocolate, coffee, and sweet spices. On the palate, the wine is generously sweet, yet well-balanced by a fresh acidity and a delicate tannic vein, leading to a persistent and aromatic finish.

Perfect as a meditation wine, it pairs splendidly with chocolate desserts, aged cheeses, or foie gras. A true gem for lovers of structured and aromatically complex sweet wines, the Banyuls Baillaury 5 Years promises to deliver a rich and memorable tasting experience.

The winery

Cave de l'Abbé Rous – Winery in Pyrénées‑Orientales (Côte Vermeille, Roussillon)

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A wine cooperative based in Banyuls‑sur‑Mer (Pyrénées‑Orientales), specializing in AOP Collioure, AOP Banyuls and Banyuls Grand Cru wines, as well as productions for Côtes du Roussillon and Banyuls vinegars.

Region: Pyrénées‑Orientales (Côte Vermeille, Roussillon)

Country: Francia

Founded: 1950

Grapes: Grenache Noir, Grenache Gris, Grenache Blanc, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Syrah, Rolle (Vermentino), Roussanne

Production and sale of AOP Collioure, AOP Banyuls and Banyuls Grand Cru. Cooperative bringing together numerous winegrowers from the Costa Vermeille. Traditional aging practice for oxidative wines and the production of Rancio sec. Also produces Banyuls vinegars and local specialties. Strong connection to the land: terraced vineyards on schist soils exposed to the Tramontana.

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Winery history

The winery is named after Abbot François Rous, a local historical figure remembered for his role in the Banyuls wine trade and for contributing to the funding of parish works. The current organisation operates as a cooperative cellar, formed from an association of local cellars and organised to promote the wines of the Costa Vermeille; it is historically linked to the development of vinification practices and the ageing typical of Banyuls.

Production philosophy

It combines respect for local traditions with quality control: attention to the terroir, winemaking practices tailored to the local AOPs and ageing techniques specific to oxidative wines. The winery also promotes agricultural practices oriented towards integrated pest management.

Terroir and vineyards

Banyuls-sur-Mer and the Costa Vermeille, at the foot of the Pyrenees on the Mediterranean Sea: terraced vineyards on schist soils exposed to sun and the Tramontana wind, a landscape that defines the style of Collioure and Banyuls.