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French Oak

2011 Navarra 45% Cabernet Sauvignon; 35% Merlot; 20% Tempranillo

Albret French Oak, a captivating red blend from the esteemed Navarra region, showcases a masterful composition of forty-five percent Cabernet Sauvignon, thirty-five percent Merlot, and twenty percent Tempranillo. This wine presents an intriguing interplay of flavors, where the rich dark fruit notes are gracefully complemented by hints of spice and toasted oak, imparting a delightful complexity. With a full-bodied structure, it possesses lively acidity that enlivens the palate, alongside firm tannins that promise longevity and depth. The wine exudes a well-balanced profile, making it a pleasurable choice for various culinary pairings. This vintage captures the essence of its terroir, offering an enticing experience that is both memorable and refined.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

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:


Beef Bourguignon, Roasted Lamb, Braised Lamb Shanks

Region:


Spain
Spain

While its reputation as a serious wine destination was eclipsed by France and Italy for many years, ignoring Spain today means missing out on some of the world's most exciting wines. Enjoying hundreds of miles of sun-kissed coastline and rocky interiors at higher elevations, Spain provides an ideal location for vineyards. Whether it is sparkling cavas from Catalonia, crisp Verdejos from Rueda, sublime Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero or inky Monastrells from Valencia, Spain has many wine styles to explore, all expressing the country's wildly unique terroir.

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