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Cuvée Leukadios

2010 Minervois 55% Marsanne - 35% Vermentino - 10% Muscat Petit Grains

Domaine Sainte Leocadie Cuvée Leukadios is a captivating white wine that hails from the renowned Minervois region. This exquisite blend showcases a delightful harmony of fifty-five percent Marsanne, thirty-five percent Vermentino, and ten percent Muscat Petit Grains, resulting in a wine that is both complex and refreshing. The color is a brilliant straw hue, inviting you to explore its aromatic bouquet. The body is medium, creating a satisfying mouthfeel that is complemented by a moderate acidity, which adds a vibrant liveliness. The fruit intensity is pronounced, featuring delightful notes of stone fruit, citrus, and floral undertones, while a subtle hint of herbaceousness enhances its character. The finish leaves you with a pleasing dryness, making it a well-balanced option that pairs beautifully with various dishes or can be enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:


Honey

Honey

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


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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