Region:

In the Vaucluse Department, at the foot of the limestone Mont Ventoux. It grows in stony clayey-limestone soils.

History:

The Winery, lying near an oratory dedicated to Saint Marc, has borne this name since it was created. According to legend, Saint Marc, the patron saint of winemakers in Provence, passed through Caromb on an evangelisation journey.

Grape varieties:·

• Grenache
• Syrah ·
• Carignan
• Cinsault

Vinification:

Traditional process with monitoring of temperatures, 12 days of vatting.

Tasting:·

• Visual aspect: very attractive red colour.
• Olfactory aspect: interesting nose with fruity hints.
• Gustatory aspect: generous, very well balanced, with aromas of cherry and a slight hint of liquorice, very good length on the palate.

Accompanying foods and wines:

The Château La Plane is well suited to red meats, in particular, game.

Serving temperature:

This wine should be served at a room temperature of between 18 and 20°C.

Storage:

It is a vin de garde and, under proper conditions, may be kept for up to 10 years.