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Billes Rouge

2018 Saumur Cabernet Franc

The Melaric Billes Rouge, a delightful Cabernet Franc from the esteemed Saumur region, showcases a vibrant red hue that immediately captures the eye. This medium-bodied wine impresses with its lively acidity, offering a refreshing brightness that beautifully balances the textured fruit character. The prominent fruit intensity reveals luscious notes of ripe blackcurrant and subtle hints of herbal undertones, creating a charming complexity. With rounded tannins that provide a firm yet approachable structure, this wine is gracefully dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. The 2018 vintage exemplifies the excellence of Saumur’s terroir, resulting in a wine that is both approachable and sophisticated.

Tasting notes:


Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Ratatouille, Grilled Meats, Grilled Vegetables

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