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Le Petit Sid

2004 Cahors Red Blend

Matthieu Cosse Le Petit Sid is a captivating red blend from the renown Cahors region, celebrated for its deep, ruby-red color that hints at its rich character. This 2004 vintage showcases a beautifully balanced structure, presenting a full-bodied experience with an ample amount of vibrant acidity that enlivens the palate. The wine reveals a prominent fruit intensity, featuring notes of dark berries and plums, which are framed by subtle earthy undertones and a hint of spice. Tannins are firm yet smooth, providing a layered complexity that invites contemplation. With its dry profile, Le Petit Sid is an exceptional companion to hearty dishes, ensuring a delightful dining experience while showcasing the unique terroir of Cahors.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

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 Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


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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