Gabriel Meffre
"St. Mapalis" Plan de Dieu Côtes du Rhône Villages Red Rhone Blend
Côtes du Rhône Villages, Southern Rhône, Rhône, France
Gabriel Meffre ‘Saint Mapalis’ Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu 2023
Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A classic Southern Rhône red blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre (GSM), sourced from the stony, sun-drenched vineyards of the Plan de Dieu appellation within the Côtes du Rhône Villages AOC. This cuvée honors Saint Mapalis, a local figure tied to Rhône’s viticultural heritage.
Aromas & Flavors
Opens with enticing blackberry, plum, and licorice, layered with earthy garrigue and touches of black pepper and spice. A hint of dried herbs and violets rounds out the aromatic profile. On the palate, the wine is juicy and approachable, carrying dark berry fruit through to a smooth finish.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, soft, and balanced, with silky tannins and a gentle persistence. Shows freshness alongside its ripe fruit core, making it both food-friendly and enjoyable on its own.
Winemaking Notes
Vinified traditionally with careful extraction to highlight fruit and terroir, then aged to round out tannins. Designed for youthful drinking while retaining Rhône typicity.
Food Pairing
Excellent with roast chicken, grilled lamb, charcuterie, and Provençal herb dishes. Its balance of fruit and spice also works well with pizza or casual Mediterranean fare.
Verdict
A lovely value-driven Rhône blend—expressive, soft, and versatile. It feels more expensive than it is and showcases the charm of Plan de Dieu’s terroir.
Gabriel Meffre ‘Saint Mapalis’ Côtes du Rhône Villages Plan de Dieu 2023
Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A classic Southern Rhône red blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre (GSM), sourced from the stony, sun-drenched vineyards of the Plan de Dieu appellation within the Côtes du Rhône Villages AOC. This cuvée honors Saint Mapalis, a local figure tied to Rhône’s viticultural heritage.
Aromas & Flavors
Opens with enticing blackberry, plum, and licorice, layered with earthy garrigue and touches of black pepper and spice. A hint of dried herbs and violets rounds out the aromatic profile. On the palate, the wine is juicy and approachable, carrying dark berry fruit through to a smooth finish.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, soft, and balanced, with silky tannins and a gentle persistence. Shows freshness alongside its ripe fruit core, making it both food-friendly and enjoyable on its own.
Winemaking Notes
Vinified traditionally with careful extraction to highlight fruit and terroir, then aged to round out tannins. Designed for youthful drinking while retaining Rhône typicity.
Food Pairing
Excellent with roast chicken, grilled lamb, charcuterie, and Provençal herb dishes. Its balance of fruit and spice also works well with pizza or casual Mediterranean fare.
Verdict
A lovely value-driven Rhône blend—expressive, soft, and versatile. It feels more expensive than it is and showcases the charm of Plan de Dieu’s terroir.
A lovely GSM. Fresh, medium bodied w/ blackberry and pepper notes
A lovely GSM. Fresh, medium bodied w/ blackberry and pepper notes
1 person found it helpfulJun 26th, 2025
On the nose, violet petals, beets, and a little tobacco. On the palate, mint, liquorice, anise, plum, and gorgeous dark fruits. Finish is pleasingly herbaceous, with moderate tannins and a mild refreshing acidity. Very little barrel detectable but still so rich and satisfying.
On the nose, violet petals, beets, and a little tobacco. On the palate, mint, liquorice, anise, plum, and gorgeous dark fruits. Finish is pleasingly herbaceous, with moderate tannins and a mild refreshing acidity. Very little barrel detectable but still so rich and satisfying.
1 person found it helpfulJan 1st, 2022
Wow. Earthy and herbal. Long finish. Just perfect. Expensive but I would recommend.
Wow. Earthy and herbal. Long finish. Just perfect. Expensive but I would recommend.
1 person found it helpfulSep 24th, 2017
Nose: cooking spices, peppers, dark berries.
Taste: nice acidity, peppers (dry, not sweet), savoury spices (I do get the paprika claimed on the label!), dark berries, beeswax. Not my preferred style but well made — and paired well with tacos! 89.
Nose: cooking spices, peppers, dark berries.
Taste: nice acidity, peppers (dry, not sweet), savoury spices (I do get the paprika claimed on the label!), dark berries, beeswax. Not my preferred style but well made — and paired well with tacos! 89.
I haven’t rated a wine in a long time. This one merited a rating. It’s like finding a value play in a sea of growth stocks or a girl who you’re attracted to who’s also an astro physicist and fights crime at night. It’s dry and flavourful.
I haven’t rated a wine in a long time. This one merited a rating. It’s like finding a value play in a sea of growth stocks or a girl who you’re attracted to who’s also an astro physicist and fights crime at night. It’s dry and flavourful.
Apr 7th, 2021Very big red, with a nice lasting finish. Great price!
Very big red, with a nice lasting finish. Great price!
Jan 25th, 2021Excellent vin assez corsé, petits fruits, peu de garder, à répéter assurément. SAQ dépôt.
Excellent vin assez corsé, petits fruits, peu de garder, à répéter assurément. SAQ dépôt.
Sep 20th, 2020