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Cuvée De Vieilles Vignes

2011 Brouilly Gamay Noir

Domaine Dubost Cuvée De Vieilles Vignes is a delightful expression of Gamay Noir from the renowned Brouilly region, celebrated for its exceptional terroir. This red wine showcases a medium body that gracefully balances its vibrant acidity, resulting in a refreshing mouthfeel that is both lively and enjoyable. With prominent fruit intensity, it bursts with aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry, layered with subtle earthy undertones and a hint of floral notes. The tannins are soft and approachable, providing a gentle structure that complements the wine's fruit-forward character. The Cuvée De Vieilles Vignes is crafted in a dry style, making it a wonderful choice for a variety of food pairings and an excellent representation of Brouilly's unique winemaking tradition. This vintage, produced in two thousand eleven, truly captures the essence of the region and showcases the craftsmanship of Domaine Dubost.

Tasting notes:


Raspberry

Raspberry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Cherry

Cherry

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Vegetables, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Pasta Primavera

Region:


France
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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