Le Douleur Exquise 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot Pays d'OC IGP France

2015 Languedoc-Roussillon Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot

Le Douleur Exquise 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot from the Pays d'OC IGP in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France is a rich and full-bodied red wine. It boasts a balanced acidity that adds a pleasant freshness to the bold fruit flavors. The wine showcases a prominent fruit intensity, with ripe fruit notes dancing on the palate. The tannins are soft and subtle, providing structure without overpowering the overall tasting experience. This vintage is a delightful expression of the classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot blend, reflecting the terroir of the Languedoc-Roussillon region beautifully.

Tasting notes:

The blend of cabernet sauvignon and petit-verdot make La Douleur Exquise a complex wine great for drinking on its own or pairing with robust savory flavors like roasted lamb with rosemary or piquant spices such as Mexican or Indian fare.

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Languedoc-Roussillon

France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.

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