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La Douleur Exquise 2020 Grenache Pays d'Oc IGP, France

2020 Pays d'Oc Grenache

La Douleur Exquise 2020 Grenache from the Pays d'Oc IGP region in France offers a harmonious balance of soft body, delicate acidity, and moderate fruit expression, complemented by gentle tannins. The vibrant red hue of this wine sets the stage for a sensory journey that celebrates the essence of Grenache grapes from this picturesque French terroir.

Tasting notes:

Savory oregano and cinnamon stick aromas accompany scents of prickly white pepper. The palate is light-bodied and soft in texture but flaunts a complex flavor profile featuring bright strawberry, raspberry, and clove. A dry finish leaves the palate feeling clean and ready for the next sip.

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 2

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Region:

Pays d'Oc

If you've vacationed in the south of France, you've probably visited the Pays d'Oc region. Embracing the Mediterranean from Spain to Provence, this region is famed as much for its Grenache, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as its endless sunshine. Pays d'Oc covers non-AOC wines made across this large, sun-kissed region, known as France's "New World." Far from the regulations of the AOC system, pioneering winemakers headed here to experiment, crafting many now-famous wines that often state their grape variety on the label—not something that was common in France before then. IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée) within France’s wine classification system focuses on controlling regional and geographical origin. The category is less restrictive than the AOC classification and gives winemakers more freedom with style and taste profile when creating wines.

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