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Elegante

Languedoc 80% Syrah, 10% Grenache, 5% Mourvedre, And 5% Carignan

Chateau Haut-Blainville Elegante is a stunning red blend from the renowned Languedoc region, expertly crafted from a harmonious mix of 80 percent Syrah, 10 percent Grenache, 5 percent Mourvedre, and 5 percent Carignan. This full-bodied beauty boasts a rich and vivid color, immediately enticing the senses. On the palate, the wine unveils a symphony of dark fruit flavors, predominantly blackberry and plum, entwined with subtle hints of blackcurrant and herbes de Provence. The bright and lively acidity beautifully complements these intense fruit notes, enlivening each sip with a mouthwatering freshness. The structured yet supple tannins provide a firm backbone, enhancing the overall elegance and complexity of the wine. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering impression of savory spice and dark chocolate. As a Gold Medal-winning wine, Chateau Haut-Blainville Elegante exemplifies the exceptional winemaking prowess of the Languedoc region, making it a delightful choice for wine enthusiasts seeking a memorable experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Lamb Chops, Duck Confit, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon

France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.

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