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Le Clos De Turpenay

2009 Chinon Red Blend

Chateau De Coulaine Le Clos De Turpenay is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Chinon region, showcasing the area's remarkable terroir. This 2009 vintage captures the essence of the Loire Valley with its vibrant red hue, reflecting the lush vineyards that thrive in the region. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied experience, perfectly balanced by notable acidity that gives the wine a refreshing lift. The fruit intensity is both prominent and alluring, revealing layers of dark berry flavors intertwined with subtle spice and hints of earthiness. The tannins are firm yet approachable, providing a structured backbone that enhances the wine’s complexity. Overall, this wine is beautifully dry, making it an ideal companion for a variety of hearty dishes or an enjoyable sip on its own.

Tasting notes:


Leather

Leather

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Low

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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