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Domaine Babio

2011 Minervois Red Blend

The Global Wine Co Domaine Babio is a captivating red blend from the beautiful Minervois region of France, known for its rugged terrain and exceptional grape-growing conditions. This delightful wine displays a deep, radiant red color, inviting you to explore its complex aromas and flavors. On the palate, you can expect a full-bodied experience complemented by rich fruit intensity, featuring notes of dark berries and plums intermingled with hints of spice and tobacco. The acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the wine's overall freshness, while the tannins are firm yet approachable, providing structure without overpowering the fruit. With its well-balanced profile, this 2011 vintage is beautifully crafted and showcases the unique terroir of Minervois, making it a delightful choice for any occasion. Its dry finish leaves a lingering impression, inviting you back for another sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Medium Sweet

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin High

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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