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Banyuls

2005 Banyuls Grenache Noir

Gerard Bertrand Banyuls is a captivating red wine crafted from Grenache Noir grapes, originating from the picturesque Banyuls region. This 2005 vintage showcases a delightful full-bodied character with rich and luscious fruit intensity, offering notes of dark berries and dried fruits that harmoniously intertwine. Its pronounced acidity adds an intriguing brightness, balancing the wine's sweetness and enhancing its overall complexity. The tannins are notably structured yet silky, providing a smooth mouthfeel that invites you to savor every sip. This wine is deliciously rich and pleasantly dry, making it a wonderful companion to a variety of desserts or even enjoyed on its own as a sumptuous indulgence.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Duck Breast, Lamb Chops, Dark Chocolate Tart

Region:


Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon

France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.

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