{"title":"Domaine Dominica","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDomaine \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eDominica\u003c\/span\u003e , birth of a mountain voice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e A bold start in Baigorri: Diane \u0026amp; Bixente Oçafrain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Created in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2020\u003c\/strong\u003e , the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eDominica\u003c\/span\u003e Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis carried by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiane and Bixente Oçafrain\u003c\/strong\u003e are engaged in an intimate adventure where vines, wine, and nature intertwine. Starting from almost nothing, their project has come to life on the steep slopes of Baigorri, with plantings of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTannat,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Franc \u0026amp; Manseng\u003c\/strong\u003e . The estate currently covers approximately \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ehectares of vines in production.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Wines made without additives, imbued with mountain character and dynamism.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In the winery, the intention of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewines without additives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe winemaker's philosophy is clear: minimal intervention, respect for the fruit and its origin, and a focus on crafting a wine that speaks first and foremost of its terroir. Fermentation is natural, and aging is carefully considered to preserve the freshness and minerality of the Pyrenean soils. The result is a vibrant, saline \u003cstrong\u003eIrouléguy\u003c\/strong\u003e red wine, perfectly aligned with the noble freshness of this high-altitude vineyard. New vintages are in the works, including a 2024 white that we particularly enjoyed.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aldabea-2022-domaine-dominica","title":"Aldabea 2022 - Domaine Dominica","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼🌾 Red wine produced by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/domaine-dominica?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=dominica\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Domaine Dominica\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDomaine Dominica\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of 70% Tannat and 30% Cabernet Franc, aged with minimal sulfur and using organic winemaking techniques. The nose opens with intense black fruit aromas (blackcurrant, blackberry), a touch of sweet tobacco, and an earthy-mineral character. On the palate, the wine is firm yet silky, with fine, well-integrated tannins and a fresh base that balances its power. The long, clean finish leaves a saline and forest floor impression. A wine of character, both robust and elegant, that embodies the soul of the Basque terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍Region: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSouthwest\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape variety: Tannat, Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2022\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol Content: 13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Dominica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56233060335991,"sku":"DOMINICAALD22","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/22daf19a99c89dd57c2a1d6f1fd460a3.png?v=1763973890"},{"product_id":"aldabea-2023-domaine-dominica","title":"Aldabea 2023 - Domaine Dominica","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾 Red Wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDomaine Dominica.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA blend of 70% Tannat and 30% Cabernet Franc, Aldabea perfectly expresses the personality of the Basque terroirs. Aged with very little sulfur and according to a winemaking process that respects living organisms, this red opens with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and fresh dark fruits, quickly joined by hints of light tobacco, spices, and a subtle mineral dimension. The palate is dense but perfectly controlled, with fine tannins that support a profound body without ever weighing it down. The long, saline finish reveals a beautiful freshness, characteristic of great Irouléguy reds. A wine of character, elegant and vibrant, which will reach its full potential with roasted lamb or aged sheep cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📍Region: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/sud-ouest\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSouth-West\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape Variety: Tannat, Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e 📆Vintage: 2023\u003cbr\u003e% Alcohol Content: 11.5°\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Dominica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57251088826743,"sku":"DOMINICAALDABEA23","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/926b129ecf62d006f3204a1f3c4a4cfd.png?v=1782895737"},{"product_id":"dominica-2024-domaine-dominica","title":"Dominica 2024 - Domaine Dominica","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾 Red Wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDomaine Dominica.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Irouléguy red where Tannat and Cabernet Franc strike a remarkable balance between depth and finesse. The vines, organically grown on the estate's steep hillsides, yield a wine gently vinified to preserve the terroir's identity and the natural freshness of the grape varieties. The nose reveals blackberry, black cherry, and wild berries, enhanced by notes of pepper, liquorice, and hot stone. The palate is full-bodied, structured, yet supported by already silky tannins and a beautiful energy that prevents any heaviness. A red deeply rooted in the Basque Country, which will wonderfully accompany grilled rib of beef or veal axoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📍Region: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/sud-ouest\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSouth-West\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape varieties: Tannat, Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e 📆Vintage: 2024\u003cbr\u003e% Alcohol content: 11°\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulphites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Dominica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57251089580407,"sku":"DOMINICADO24","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/a422b61d505cdf79520cf2d74e6a2ab0.png?v=1782895745"}],"url":"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en-gb\/collections\/domaine-dominica.oembed","provider":"Marée Haute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}