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Carinu

Minervois Carignan

Chateau Cabezac Carinu is a delightful red wine hailing from the Minervois region. Crafted from the Carignan grape variety, this wine showcases a beautiful deep red color. It symbolizes the essence of the region with its luscious body, lively acidity, prominent fruit intensity, notable tannins, and pleasing dryness. The Chateau Cabezac Carinu is a true tribute to the terroir of Minervois, offering a rich and satisfying drinking experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Herbed Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats, Roasted Lamb

Region:


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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