Wines for aging 5 to 10 years – Complex and structured

Powerful and refined wines for aging, to be enjoyed between 5 and 10 years. A selection tailored for cellaring, combining structure, complexity and remarkable evolution.

Riesling Frédéric Emile Alsace blanc 2016 - Trimbach

Riesling Frédéric Emile Alsace white 2016 - Trimbach

13 % vol
AOC Alsace

69,00 €

Crémant d'Alsace Grand Millésime 2014 Bio brut - Domaine Muré

Crémant d'Alsace Grand Millésime 2014 Organic Brut - Domaine Muré

12,5 % vol
AOC Crémant d'Alsace

29,00 €

Riesling Vieilles Vignes Alsace blanc 2019 - Trimbach

Riesling Vieilles Vignes Alsace white 2019 - Trimbach

14 % vol
AOC Alsace

~~32,00 €~~ 25,00 €

Milo Minervois-La Livinière rouge Bio 2021 - Aubert et Mathieu

Milo Minervois-La Livinière Organic Red 2021 - Aubert et Mathieu

14 % vol
Minervois-La Livinière AOC

24,90 €

Lirac La Reine des Bois blanc Bio 2021 - Domaine de la Mordorée

Lirac La Reine des Bois Organic White 2021 - Domaine de la Mordorée

14,5 % vol
AOC Lirac
0.75 L

25,00 €

Gaspard Terrasses du Larzac rouge Bio 2022 - Aubert et Mathieu

Gaspard Terrasses du Larzac Organic Red 2022 - Aubert et Mathieu

14 % vol
AOC Languedoc Terrasses du Larzac

24,90 €

Lirac La Dame Rousse rouge Bio 2022 - Domaine de la Mordorée

Lirac La Dame Rousse Organic Red Wine 2022 - Domaine de la Mordorée

14,5 % vol
AOC Lirac

18,50 €

Grande Cuvée Blanc 2023 - Domaine de l'Hortus

13,5 % vol
IGP Val de Montferrand

~~30,00 €~~ 27,00 €

Pic-Saint-Loup Lieu-dit "L'Ombrée" rouge 2022 - Domaine de l'Hortus

Pic-Saint-Loup Lieu-dit "L'Ombrée" red 2022 - Domaine de l'Hortus

14 % vol
AOC Languedoc Pic-Saint-Loup
0.75 L

75,00 €

Pic-Saint-Loup Grande Cuvée rouge 2022 - Domaine de l'Hortus

Pic-Saint-Loup Grande Cuvée red 2022 - Domaine de l'Hortus

13,5 % vol
AOC Languedoc Pic-Saint-Loup
0.75 L

30,00 €

Pic-Saint-Loup Bergerie de l'Hortus rouge 2022 - Domaine de l'Hortus

Pic-Saint-Loup Bergerie de l'Hortus red 2022 - Domaine de l'Hortus

14 % vol
AOC Languedoc Pic-Saint-Loup
0.75 L

17,90 €

Champagne Spécial Cuvée blanc brut - Champagne Bollinger

Special Cuvée Brut White Champagne - Bollinger Champagne

12 % vol
AOC Champagne

~~58,00 €~~ 52,20 €

Champagne Charles de Gaulle blanc brut - Champagne Drappier

Charles de Gaulle Brut White Champagne - Drappier Champagne

12 % vol
AOC Champagne

50,00 €

Champagne Grande Sendrée blanc brut 2012 - Champagne Drappier

Champagne Grande Sendrée brut white 2012 - Champagne Drappier

12 % vol
AOC Champagne

90,00 €

Amour de Deutz rosé brut 2013 - Champagne Deutz

12 % vol
AOC Champagne

199,00 €

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Which wines should I choose for aging over 5 to 10 years?

Some wines gain complexity, elegance, and depth when given time to mature in the cellar. Wines meant to be enjoyed between 5 and 10 years after their vintage are age-worthy, structured wines with present but well-integrated tannins, benefiting from careful aging. They are perfect for patient enthusiasts who wish to savor wines at the peak of their expression. Les Vins de Carole offers a discerning selection of wines crafted for this medium to long aging process.

Aged reds: richness and intensity

Great red wines meant to age for 5 to 10 years are distinguished by their density, concentration, and the quality of their tannins. They evolve towards complex tertiary aromas: leather, undergrowth, truffle, spices, tobacco… A few must-haves:

A Saint-Émilion Grand Cru or a well-structured Margaux
A well-made Châteauneuf-du-Pape or Gigondas
A Cornas or Côte-Rôtie vinified with precision
A Cahors or Madiran with long aging

They pair well with dishes with character: game, stews, aged cheeses, or even dark chocolate for the more adventurous.

Great white wines for aging: mineral elegance

White wines suitable for aging 5 to 10 years often come from cool terroirs or grape varieties with high aging potential such as Chenin , Riesling or Savagnin . They develop complex aromas of dried fruit, beeswax, sweet spices and pronounced minerality.

A Meursault , Puligny-Montrachet or Chablis Premier Cru
A dry or semi-dry Vouvray
An Alsatian or Moselle Riesling Grand Cru
A Vin Jaune or Savagnin ouillé from the Jura

These white wines pair wonderfully with fine fish, poultry in cream sauce, foie gras, and mature cheeses (Comté, Parmesan, etc.).

Sparkling and gentle: rare aging

Vintage Champagnes , or those aged for extended periods on lees, reach their peak after 5 to 10 years: their aromatic complexity becomes truly impressive. Certain naturally sweet wines (Maury, Banyuls) or dessert wines (Sauternes, Coteaux du Layon) also improve with age.

Tips for successful childcare

Store your bottles horizontally in a cool (10-14°C), stable, and dark place. Allow red wines to breathe for an extended period before serving (decanting is recommended), and serve white wines between 12 and 14°C. These wines are made for special occasions and exceptional moments of sharing.

Our selection for patience enthusiasts

The "5 to 10 Years" collection is dedicated to quality wines meant for aging, wines ready to improve and reveal their full grandeur over time. A wonderful way to build an ambitious cellar, with wines that age brilliantly. Treat yourself to the luxury of waiting, with Les Vins de Carole.