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Gourmandise De Bois

2009 Minervois Red Blend

Domaine La Prade Mari Gourmandise De Bois is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Minervois region, celebrated for its rich, sun-drenched landscapes that nurture exceptional grape varieties. This vintage 2009 showcases a captivating deep red hue, inviting you to explore its complex aromatic profile. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience, with bright acidity that brings a refreshing quality to the wine. The fruit intensity is prominent, presenting luscious notes of dark berries and ripe cherries, harmoniously woven with subtle earthy undertones. Velvety tannins provide a structured yet elegant mouthfeel, making this wine immensely enjoyable. This blend is beautifully dry, allowing the vibrant flavors and sophisticated character to shine through. Perfect for food pairing or savoring on its own, this wine embodies the essence of the Minervois terroir.

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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