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La Bête Noire

2005 Cahors Malbec, Merlot

La Bête Noire is a captivating red wine from the renowned Cahors region, showcasing a delightful blend of Malbec and Merlot grapes. This vintage from 2005 is a true expression of the region's terroir, with deep purple hues that hint at its richness. On the palate, it exudes a full-bodied character, presenting a harmonious balance of bold flavors and mouthwatering acidity. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark berries, plums, and a touch of spice. The tannins are firm yet refined, contributing to a structured mouthfeel that invites further exploration. With a dry finish, La Bête Noire pairs wonderfully with hearty dishes and adds a touch of elegance to any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant, Blackberry, Plum

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 1

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Pairs well with:


Grilled Chicken, Poultry, Chicken

Region:


Cahors
Cahors

Southwestern France's Cahors region is known for its deep, dark red wines of the same name. This small town on the Lot River is the original home of the Malbec grape, which tastes very different from its modern Argentinean cousins. In Cahors, this juicy grape is known as Côt, and makes leaner and drier wines than New World examples. Expect earthy flavors of dried leaves and cocoa, firm tannins and such a concentration of color (and polyphenols) that Cahors is sometimes known as "black wine." While the majority of Cahors is single-varietal, sometimes Merlot and/or Tannat are blended in. Aged in oak, these wines exhibit intense flavors of dark berry and spice.

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