Domaine Arretxea, Irouleguy Rouge, 2023 so101724 sherry roundup offer and quietly intense

and quietly intense

and finishes long and silky with just enough tension to keep it fresh

but structured enough to age for another 5–8 years

Vibrant acidity and fine tannins keep it fresh and food-friendly

chalky-cut fizz with real savory texture

Domaine Arretxea, Irouleguy Rouge, 2023 so101724 sherry roundup offer and quietly intenseDomaine Arretxea is one of the benchmarks of Iroulguy, the remote AOC in Frances Basque country, nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees. Founded in the early 1990s by Thrse and Michel Riouspeyrous, the domaine is now run by their sons, who continue farming biodynamically and making wines that are bold, structured, and grounded in place. The 2023 Rouge is a blend of Tannat, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon, grown on steep, terraced vineyards