Château des Coccinelles
Château des Coccinelles - Côtes du Rhône - Red - Organic
Château des Coccinelles - Côtes du Rhône - Red - Organic
✓ Vin rouge bio AOC Côtes du Rhône | ✓ Vegan | ♥ 3 étoiles – Vin exceptionnel Guide Hachette des Vins 2027 + coup de cœur (millésime 2025)
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Garnet colour, purplish reflections. Explosive nose of small red fruits, which are enriched after aeration with notes of spices and black fruits. The palate is faithful to the nose, the aromas of sweet spices persist, notes of liquorice complete this beautiful aromatic palette. Beautiful tannins bring a silky and delicious side.
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Vintage 2025 — 3 stars, exceptional wine and coup de cœur in the Guide Hachette des Vins 2027
Nose: Violet and candied strawberry, then a walk through the undergrowth among ferns and mushrooms, with a hint of cinnamon and brandied cherry.
Palate: Full and generous, with velvety tannins and a long finish.
Vintage 2023 — Silver Medal, Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2024
Colour: Intense garnet red with ruby glints, deep and bright.
Nose: An explosive nose of small red and black fruits (morello cherry, blackberry, blackcurrant) with notes of garrigue, white pepper and a touch of mocha. Opens up beautifully with air.
Palate: A round, generous attack carried by a lovely natural sweetness. The tannins are supple and silky, the body full, with a lingering finish of liquorice, gentle spices and ripe fruit.
An elegant organic red wine, both indulgent and well structured.
Terroir, Winemaking and Ageing
Terroir, Winemaking and Ageing
Terroir
Located in the Gard region, in the heart of the AOC Côtes du Rhône, the vineyard is rooted in a clay-limestone soil covered with rolled pebbles, inherited from an ancient Rhône riverbed. The powerful Mediterranean mistral naturally purifies the vines and promotes a slow and regular ripening of the grapes.
Planting density: 4,000 vines/ha | Controlled yield: 45 hl/ha | Average age of vines: 30 years.
Winemaking & Ageing
Mechanical harvesting with plot selection, at perfect ripeness. Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the purity of the fruit and fine tannins.
12 months' ageing before bottling for beautiful aromatic expression and a harmonious structure.
Grape varieties
Grape varieties
Grenache Noir (60%)
The power and generosity of Grenache form the gourmet base of the blend. Aromas of black cherry, tobacco, chocolate, mocha, and white pepper. Adds roundness, warmth, and velvety texture.
Syrah (30%)
An iconic grape variety of the Côtes du Rhône, Syrah brings a spicy framework, notes of violet and black fruits, as well as good ageing potential.
Mourvèdre (5%)
Full-bodied and tannic, it enhances structure and complexity, contributing to the wine's ageing ability.
Marselan (5%)
Thanks to its richness in polyphenols, it intensifies the colour and adds an extra aromatic touch to the whole.
Serving & Storage
Serving & Storage
Serving temperature: 16-18°C to bring out its full aromatic complexity.
Ageing potential: Vintage 2025: drink now and until 2030 (Guide Hachette des Vins 2027). Vintage 2023: 5 to 7 years; made from healthy grapes picked fully ripe, it already shows beautifully and will age gracefully.
Decanting: Recommended 30 minutes before serving to open up the aromas and soften the palate.
Food pairings:
- Traditional cuisine: Provençal daube, moussaka, roast shoulder of lamb with thyme, grilled meats
- Autumn dishes: Pan-fried mushrooms, roast poultry, a board of mature cheeses
- Vegan cuisine: Vegetable tagine, lentil curry, stuffed mushrooms, grilled aubergines, herb-roasted vegetables
- Cheeses: Hard cheeses, tomme, aged plant-based alternatives
This vegan wine fits naturally on vegetarian and vegan tables with no compromise on quality.
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Organic Expertise Praised by Critics
Guide Hachette des Vins 2027 – 3 stars – Exceptional wine – Coup de cœur
Vintage 2025 – Available
Three stars, the guide's highest rating, reserved for exceptional wines, plus a coup de cœur. The same vintage also won a Silver Medal at the Concours des Grands Vins de France in Mâcon 2026.
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Our awards, medals and reviews
A pioneer of organic farming since 1978, Château des Coccinelles produces an organic red wine that is regularly recognised by leading competitions.
Guide Hachette des Vins 2027 - 3 stars - Exceptional wine - Coup de cœur
Vintage 2025 – Available
Three stars, the guide's highest rating (exceptional wine), plus a coup de cœur. The tasters praised a red with violet and candied strawberry, notes of undergrowth, a full body, velvety tannins and a long finish. Drink now and until 2030.
Concours des Grands Vins de France à Mâcon 2026 — Silver Medal
Vintage 2025 – Available
Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2026 — Silver Medal
Vintage 2024 - Not available
Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2024 — Silver Medal
Vintage 2023 – Available
National recognition for the balance, fine tannins and aromatic intensity of this organic Côtes du Rhône red.
Ethics & Quality
A certified organic and vegan Côtes du Rhône Red
This vegan red wine combines high quality standards with ethical commitment. Certified Organic and made without any animal-derived inputs, it is for wine lovers who want to enjoy themselves while respecting the living world.
What is a vegan wine?
A vegan wine is made without animal products during fining. No egg white, gelatine or isinglass: clarification uses plant-based solutions (bentonite, pea protein), making it a 100% plant-based wine from vine to glass.
A Côtes du Rhône with a strong identity
Grown on clay-limestone soils swept by the mistral, this Côtes du Rhône red offers a full palate, silky tannins and aromas of red and black fruit. Three stars (exceptional wine) and a coup de cœur in the Guide Hachette des Vins 2027 for the 2025 vintage, a Silver Medal at the Concours Général Agricole de Paris 2024 for the 2023 vintage: a wine of character, recognised year after year.
Aromatic Profile
The expressive blend of four Rhône grape varieties
This red Côtes du Rhône wine derives its personality from a typical Rhône blend: Grenache Noir (60%), Syrah (30%), Mourvèdre (5%), and Marselan (5%).
Grenache provides generosity and roundness with notes of black cherry, tobacco, and mocha. Syrah brings its spicy framework and dark fruits. Mourvèdre solidifies the structure, while Marselan intensifies the colour and aromatic complexity of the whole.
Inclusive food & wine pairings
Traditional cuisine: Provençal daube, moussaka, roasted lamb with thyme, grilled meats.
Vegan cuisine: Vegetable tagine, lentil curry, stuffed portobello mushrooms, grilled aubergine with olive oil and herbes de Provence, chili sin carne.
Serve between 16 and 18°C. Its 12-month ageing gives it supple tannins and an immediate fruity expression with good ageing potential of 5 to 7 years.
Organic Commitment
Château des Coccinelles, organic viticulture pioneer since 1978
Château des Coccinelles is one of a very small circle of the first French wineries to obtain organic certification as early as 1978.
A history of conviction, not fashion
Driven by the desire to preserve his vines and his environment, René Fabre joined the Nature & Progrès Association in 1974. Together, they drafted one of the first organic specifications validated by the Ministry of Agriculture, making the estate a true pioneer of Organic Farming in France.
Our commitment: Zero synthetic pesticides, zero chemical fertilisers, no animal products in the cellar. Respect for the natural balance of the Gard's clay-limestone soils is at the heart of our philosophy for producing authentic, expressive, and responsible organic and vegan wines.
Château des Coccinelles — Organic and Vegan ahead of its time since 1978
At Château des Coccinelles, organic viticulture is not a fad: it has been ingrained in the estate's DNA since 1978. Our vines, averaging 30 years old, grow without pesticides or chemical fertilisers on stony clay-limestone soils typical of the Gard Rhodanien region.
This commitment naturally extends to the cellar, where we produce organic and vegan red wines without any animal-derived ingredients. Each bottle expresses a modern and responsible vision of wine: faithful to the terroir, respectful of living things, and intensely delicious.
Frequently Asked Questions — Château des Coccinelles Organic Côtes du Rhône Red
How does this Organic Côtes du Rhône Red differ from a classic Côtes du Rhône?
This organic red wine benefits from a high-quality clay-limestone soil on an ancient Rhône riverbed, with certified organic viticulture since 1978 and precise cellar work.
Controlled yields (45 hl/ha) and parcel selection allow for superior aromatic concentration and finer tannins. The blend of four grape varieties—Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Marselan—provides an additional complexity rarely found in entry-level Côtes du Rhône wines.
Its vegan certification and the estate's pioneering history make it a committed, natural, and high-quality choice.
Why a four-grape blend for this Côtes du Rhône red?
The blend of Grenache (60%) + Syrah (30%) + Mourvèdre (5%) + Marselan (5%) reflects the richness of the indigenous grape varieties of the Southern Rhône.
Grenache brings roundness and fruit, Syrah structure and spice, Mourvèdre enhances ageing potential, and Marselan intensifies colour and complexity. This quartet creates an elegant balance between power, freshness, and deliciousness, suitable for both meat dishes and spicy vegan meals.
How long can this Organic Côtes du Rhône Red be kept?
The 2025 vintage, three stars (exceptional wine) and coup de cœur in the Guide Hachette des Vins 2027, can be enjoyed now and until 2030.
The 2023 vintage stands out for its early ripening after an exceptionally mild winter and spring, with healthy grapes picked fully ripe. The result is a balanced, expressive and generous wine that is already approachable.
Estimated ageing potential: 5 to 7 years. Stored lying down, away from light in a cool place (12-15°C), it will develop secondary aromas of leather, spice and undergrowth over time.
What is a vegan wine and why is this Côtes du Rhône vegan?
A vegan wine is produced without any animal products, particularly during the clarification stage. Traditional methods use egg white, gelatine, or fish glue to remove suspended particles.
Our Organic Côtes du Rhône Red is clarified with plant-based agents (bentonite, pea proteins), guaranteeing a 100% plant-based wine from vine to glass. This ethical choice is consistent with our organic commitment since 1978: no animal products at any stage of production.
What vegan dishes to pair with this organic red wine?
This vegan red wine pairs beautifully with plant-based cuisine rich in umami flavours and spices: root vegetable tagine (carrots, turnips, chickpeas), hearty lentil curry, chili sin carne, vegetarian moussaka, herb and nut-stuffed portobello mushrooms, oven-roasted vegetables (peppers, aubergines, courgettes, sun-dried tomatoes).
Its spicy notes and supple tannins enhance dishes made with legumes and tender vegetables. Ideal serving temperature: 16-18°C.
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vin exceptionnel, j'en consomme beaucoup.
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An absolute favorite !! Game - venison, hare, duck - it will complement rustic game dishes admirably !