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La Marginale

2012 Saumur-Champigny Red Blend

Domaine Des Roches Neuves La Marginale is a stunning red blend from the renowned Saumur-Champigny region, a gem in the heart of the Loire Valley. This captivating wine showcases a rich red color that invites you in for a closer look. With a medium body, it strikes a harmonious balance that compliments its lively acidity, making it refreshingly vibrant on the palate. The fruit intensity leaps forth, offering delightful notes of blackcurrants and cherries, seamlessly integrated with subtle undertones of earthy spice. Its tannins are well-structured yet approachable, providing a firm backbone without overpowering the overall experience. As a dry offering, this wine expertly embodies the elegance of Old-World craftsmanship while maintaining a modern appeal, making it a superb choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

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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