Cuvee Bastien

Cahors Malbec 90% Tannat 10%

Chateau Fontaynes' Cuvee Bastien is a rich, full-bodied red wine crafted predominantly from Malbec grapes with a touch of Tannat. Hailing from the Cahors region, this wine boasts a deep red color that hints at its bold and robust character. The Malbec varietal lends a luscious fruit intensity to the blend, complemented by the structured tannins from the Tannat. This wine offers a velvety mouthfeel and a harmonious balance between the fruit flavors and the wine's elegant structure, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate complex and full-bodied reds.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Earth

Pairs well with:

Grilled Lamb, Beef Bourguignon, Roasted Lamb

Region:

France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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