Chanmé Méchant

2020 Pays d'Oc Grenache

Chanmé Méchant 2020 Grenache from Pays d'Oc IGP in France offers a light-bodied profile with a delicate balance of acidity and moderate fruit intensity. The smooth tannins complement the overall character, making it a versatile and approachable red wine choice.

Tasting notes:

Our Grenache is warm and welcoming. As you swirl, aromas of vanilla and cranberry draw you in on the nose. Each sip is soft and smooth. The palate is light-bodied and bone dry, with juicy black cherry and plum flavors that create a delightful fruitiness.

Cherry

Plum

Vanilla

Flavor profile:

AcidityMild

LowPronounced

BodyMedium

Very LightFull

Fruit IntensityMedium

LowPronounced

SweetnessDry

Bone DrySweet

Region:

Pays d'Oc

If you've vacationed in the south of France, you've probably visited the Pays d'Oc region. Embracing the Mediterranean from Spain to Provence, this region is famed as much for its Grenache, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as its endless sunshine. Pays d'Oc covers non-AOC wines made across this large, sun-kissed region, known as France's "New World." Far from the regulations of the AOC system, pioneering winemakers headed here to experiment, crafting many now-famous wines that often state their grape variety on the label—not something that was common in France before then. IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée) within France’s wine classification system focuses on controlling regional and geographical origin. The category is less restrictive than the AOC classification and gives winemakers more freedom with style and taste profile when creating wines.

Awards:

Best of Show Red Wine, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
Best of Class, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
Best Grenache Blanc, 2019 Sommelier Challenge
94 Points, 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards
94 Points, 2021 Winemaker Challenge
94 Points, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
92 Points, 2019 Sommelier Challenge
91 Points, 2021 Sommelier Challenge
90 Points, 2021 Harvest Challenge
90 Points, 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Platinum Medal, 2021 Winemaker Challenge
Double Gold Medal, 2023 Los Angeles Invitational Wine & Spirits Competition
Gold Medal, 2021 Harvest Challenge
Gold Medal, 2021 Sommelier Challenge
Gold Medal, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2019 Sommelier Challenge
Gold Medal, 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2018 New York International Wine Competition
Gold Medal, 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards
Silver Medal, 2023 Experience Rosé Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Silver Medal, 2020 Dan Berger's International Wine & Cider Competition
Silver Medal, 2020 Harvest Challenge
Silver Medal, 2020 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2018 Denver International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2018 Global Wine Awards
Silver Medal, 2018 Harvest Challenge
Silver Medal, 2023 Dan Berger's International Wine Competition
Bronze Medal, 2018 International Women's Wine Competition
Bronze Medal, 2023 Dan Berger's International Wine Competition

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