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Clos Céleste

2005 Minervois La Liviniere Red Blend

Clos Céleste is a remarkable red blend from the esteemed Minervois La Livinière region, showcasing a deep and alluring red hue that entices the eye. This vintage from 2005 presents a beautifully structured wine with a pleasingly full-bodied profile, offering a satisfying mouthfeel that envelops the palate. The acidity is bright and invigorating, enhancing the wine's overall balance and imparting a lively character. Rich notes of dark fruits, such as blackcurrant and plum, dance harmoniously with subtle hints of spice and earth, revealing the wine’s complexity and depth. Tannins are notably firm yet refined, providing a sturdy backbone that promises excellent aging potential. With its captivating flavor profile and elegant finish, Clos Céleste is a superb expression of the Minervois terroir, inviting wine lovers to enjoy its sophistication.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

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 Low

Low Pronounced

Region:


Minervois
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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