Belouve 2019, Cotes de Provence, Kosher

Serve this when the music’s loud, the food is smoky, and someone’s already talking with their hands. It’s full-bodied, flavorful, and completely unpretentious.

Tasting Notes: Deep purple in color, this Mediterranean blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache, and Syrah offers a bold nose of ripe red fruit. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and powerful, with layered notes of cherry, plum, and a distinctive finish of licorice and dried herbs. Rich yet balanced, it’s a natural partner for grilled meats, Provençal dishes, and aged cheeses. Serve around 18°C for peak expression. Kosher.

Varietals: Mourvèdre, Grenache, and Syrah

About the Estate: Belouvé is a historic 18th-century country estate in Provence, once home to an order of monks who crafted their own wines—its name meaning “fine grape” in the local dialect. Surrounded by ancient olive trees and cypress groves, the estate exudes a serene charm that reflects in its wines. Purchased and replanted by the Bunan family in 1978, Belouvé benefits from a rare microclimate that allows it to lead the harvest each year. Today, its deeply rooted vines and traditional winemaking produce expressive, terroir-driven wines with unmistakable character.