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Franc Du Cote-Lie

2016 Touraine Red Blend

The Domaines Minchin Franc Du Cote-Lie, a captivating red blend from the picturesque Touraine region, showcases the beauty of its 2016 vintage. This wine presents a vibrant red hue, inviting you to explore its complexity. With a medium-bodied structure, it harmoniously balances its bright acidity, which adds a refreshing vibrancy to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing lush flavors of dark berries and black cherries, complemented by subtle earthy undertones. The tannins are soft yet noticeable, offering a delightful structure without overshadowing the wine's fruit-forward character. This delightful offering is dry, allowing the exquisite fruit notes to shine through, making it a fabulous companion for a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

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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