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Grande Garrigue

2009 Vacqueyras 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre, 15% Cinsault

Alain Jaume Grande Garrigue is a captivating red wine from the esteemed Vacqueyras region, showcasing a delightful blend of sixty percent Grenache, twenty percent Syrah, five percent Mourvèdre, and fifteen percent Cinsault. This 2009 vintage presents a wine that embodies the rich and diverse terroir of its origin. With its medium body, the wine offers a harmonious balance that makes it approachable yet complex. The acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the wine's overall liveliness and contributing to a mouthwatering experience. Its fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing an array of ripe red and black fruit flavors, while the tannins are notable, providing a firm structure that supports the wine's bold character. Moreover, this offering is dry, allowing the intricate layers of flavor to shine through, making it an exceptional choice for a variety of culinary pairings.

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

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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