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A Marie Claude

2013 Minervois Grenache, Syrah, Carignan

The Tour Boisee A Marie Claude is a captivating red wine from the enchanting Minervois region, showcasing a delightful blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan. This wine reveals a medium-bodied profile that offers a fine balance between richness and elegance. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the wine's liveliness on the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring vibrant notes of red berries, blackcurrants, and hints of dark cherries, which are beautifully complemented by subtle spice undertones. Tannins in this wine are firm yet inviting, providing structure without overwhelming the fruit. As a dry wine, it concludes with a clean and satisfying finish, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes or simply enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Medium Sweet

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin High

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:


Minervois
Minervois

Minervois AOC gets its name from the scenic medieval village of Minerve. It is a small sub-region of Languedoc-Roussillon within France's Pays d'Oc IGP. Vineyards are planted on the slopes of Massif Central, benefitting from various altitudes and diverse soil types. The climate ranges from cool, Atlantic-influenced conditions in the northwest to dry, Mediterranean heat in the southeast. Wines here must be blends of at least two varieties. The most popular styles are oak-aged, spicy, fruit-driven red blends of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Other common varieties include Lledoner Pelut, Carignan and Cinsault. Crisp white wine blends are produced in lower volumes using Vermentino, Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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