{"title":"Cinsault","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCinsault is a grape variety prized for its bright fruit, gentle tannins and effortless drinkability. Originally from southern France, it thrives in warm climates and is widely grown across the Rhône Valley, Languedoc, Provence and South Africa, where it's known as Cinsaut. Often blended with Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, it also shines on its own, producing vibrant wines with aromas of raspberry, cherry, wild strawberry and subtle floral notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight on its feet but never lacking in character, Cinsault is increasingly popular with growers making fresher, lower-intervention wines. Its soft texture and lively acidity make it a natural choice for serving slightly chilled, pairing beautifully with grilled vegetables, charcuterie, roast chicken and Mediterranean dishes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"leeupassantdryred","title":"Mullineux Leeu Passant Dry Red Wine 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eRosa Kruger, acknowledged as 'the queen of the Cape's old vines' by Tim Atkin MW, has played a pivotal role in discovering and preserving many of the Cape's esteemed vineyards. Collaborating with Fairview in Paarl and Gabriëlskloof in Walker Bay, Rosa resides in Riebeek-Kasteel in Swartland, making her a neighbor of Chris and Andrea. When Chris and Andrea expressed their interest in working with old-vine fruit, Rosa guided them towards two of South Africa's oldest registered red wine vineyards, featuring dry farmed Cinsault bush vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Basson' vineyard, planted in 1900 near Wellington on deep sandy alluvial soils, and the 'Lötter' vineyard, planted in 1932 on the lower eastern slopes of the Franschhoek mountains, became the focal points of their venture. Chris expressed the desire to tap into the heritage of the great Cape wines of the 1950s and 1960s, aiming to retain their best characteristics while employing a modern, non-interventionist winemaking approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the Wellington Old Vines Basson Cinsault and Franschhoek Old Vines Lötter Cinsault undergo 100% whole bunch fermentation, resulting in wines with lifted aromas and tannins that gracefully carry the fruit through the palate. Chris describes these wines as nothing short of masterpieces, embodying a harmonious blend of tradition and contemporary winemaking techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mullineux","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43744669335790,"sku":"13449","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/IMG-0727.heic?v=1748198925"},{"product_id":"clos-de-le-barthassade-pur-c-cinsault-2023","title":"Clos de la Barthassade Pur C (Cinsault) 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eA bright and graceful expression of pure Cinsault from the Languedoc, Clos de la Barthassade Pur C 2023 is made from hand-harvested vines averaging 35 years old, grown on limestone-scree terraces in Montpeyroux. Crafted organically and following biodynamic rhythms, this red is vinified using natural yeasts, gentle gravity-fed extraction, and 85% de-stemmed fruit. It spends eight months maturing, mostly in stainless steel with a splash of barrel aging, for freshness and purity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eVibrant and juicy, Pur C opens with redcurrant, strawberry, raspberry, and elderberry aromas, framed by subtle floral and spice nuances. The palate is delicate and refreshing, with soft tannins, a crisp texture, and a light, lively finish, especially enjoyable when slightly chilled. Pair it with light grilled dishes, seasonal salads, or even fruit-based desserts for a beautifully versatile, easy-drinking red.\u003cbr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wineandco.com\/clos-de-la-barthassade-pure-c-2023-56884-fr-eur-fr.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.wineandco.com\/clos-de-la-barthassade-pure-c-2023-56884-fr-eur-fr.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos de le Barthassade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56839435977085,"sku":"18969","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Clos_de_la_Barthassade_Pur_C_Cinsault_2023.jpg?v=1760099530"},{"product_id":"domaine-mayard-chateaunuf-du-pape","title":"Domaine Mayard Chateaunuf du Pape","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eCrafted on 12 hectares across the appellation by Arthur and Hugo Mayard in the sixth generation of the family, this Châteauneuf-du-Pape reflects a deep commitment to organic and regenerative viticulture. The vineyards lie in terroirs such as Le Grand Coulet (galets roulés), La Crau Est (sands) and Le Pointu (sandy soils) and host old-vine Grenache (80-120 yrs old), Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Syrah. Farming focuses on soil vitality with cover crops, agroforestry and gentle canopy work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"598\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vins-clairs.com\/domaine-mayard?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.vins-clairs.com\/domaine-mayard?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe wine opens with lush red and black fruits, plum, cherry, blackberry layered with garrigue herbs, pepper spice and subtle minerality. On the palate it offers refined tannins, balanced structure and long-lasting elegance; vinified with native yeasts, partly destemmed grapes and aged in concrete and wooden vats for about 18 months. A pure, vibrant expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape that honours its heritage while embracing a fresh approach\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Mayard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57224020001149,"sku":"19070","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Domaine_Mayard_Chateaunuf_du_Pape.jpg?v=1761134878"},{"product_id":"craven-cinsaut-2024","title":"Craven Cinsault 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eCraven Cinsaut 2024 is a bright, expressive South African red from the organic, dry-land bush vines of Rustenhof vineyard in Stellenbosch, planted on sandy, granitic soils and influenced by cool ocean breezes. The grapes are fully destemmed and fermented in open concrete tanks to preserve fresh fruit energy, then matured on skins before bottling with minimal sulphur. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eIn the glass it shows a delicate, juicy profile with cranberry, pomegranate and red-berry fruit, lifted by hints of rhubarb, bay leaf, rooibos tea, a snap of white pepper and a subtle saline edge; the finish is precise with fine, chalky tannins and refreshing acidity that keeps it energetic and drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Craven Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57894677086589,"sku":"6009803564454","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Craven_Cinsaut_2024.jpg?v=1772633838"},{"product_id":"force-celeste-cinsault","title":"Mother Rock Force Celeste Cinsault","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForce Céleste is a brilliant example of why Cinsault has become one of the most exciting grapes in South Africa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade by Johan Meyer under the Mother Rock label, the wine comes from old dry-farmed bush vines in the Swartland, where warm days, cooling Atlantic influences, and ancient granite soils combine to produce wines with remarkable freshness and character. Rather than chasing concentration or power, the focus here is on purity, energy, and drinkability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that stands out is how vibrant it feels. Bright red berries, pomegranate, and sour cherry lead the way, followed by floral notes and a gentle peppery spice. There's plenty of flavour, but very little weight. Everything feels light on its feet, with soft tannins and a freshness that makes the bottle disappear alarmingly quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohan Meyer has long been one of the champions of minimal-intervention winemaking in South Africa, and Force Céleste captures that philosophy perfectly. Nothing feels forced or overworked. The fruit is allowed to speak for itself, resulting in a wine that feels open, honest, and full of life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your experience of South African red wine is mostly built around big Pinotage or powerful Bordeaux blends, this can come as a bit of a revelation. Chill it slightly, put some food on the table, and it quickly becomes clear why old-vine Cinsault has developed such a devoted following.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh, characterful, and endlessly drinkable, this is the sort of red that wins people over without trying too hard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58277889147261,"sku":"19604","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/capture_2026-06-12-09-15-55-0000.jpg?v=1781256801"}],"url":"https:\/\/thebeerhive.co.uk\/collections\/cinsault.oembed","provider":"The Beerhive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}