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Chateau Duplantier Cuvée

2007 Santa Ynez Valley Red Blend

The Rideau Vineyard Chateau Duplantier Cuvée, a captivating red blend from the Santa Ynez Valley, showcases the region's ability to produce elegant and complex wines. This vintage exudes a rich, deep red color that draws you in, hinting at the delightful flavors within. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of lush fruit intensity and graceful acidity, resulting in a round and enjoyable mouthfeel. The tannins are well-integrated and provide a subtle structure, enhancing the wine's overall charm without overpowering its fruit-forward character. This wine is beautifully dry, making it a versatile companion for a variety of cuisines. Overall, the Chateau Duplantier Cuvée is a lovely expression of Santa Ynez Valley's terroir, inviting you to savor each sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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